Operating Instructions Model No. VDR-M30PP

DVD PalmcorderOperating Instructions

Model No. VDR-M30PP

Thank you for buying a Panasonic product. Please take time to become familiar with the operating instructions and how it is set up. Keep it handy for future reference.Quick Start Guide for Software on page 12

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Important Information

For Your SafetyThe power switch turns the DVD Palmcorder on and off, leaving the date/time feature unaffected. If the camera/recorder is to be left unattended for a long period of time, turn it off .

The DVD Palmcorder and AC adapter/charger have the following caution marks.

CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT OPEN.

NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE

PERSONNEL.

PrecautionsWARNING: Many television programs and films are copyrighted. In certain circumstances, copy-right law may apply to private in-home videotaping of copyrighted materials.

Identifications of caution marksThis symbol warns the user that uninsulated voltage within the unit may have sufficient magnitude to cause electric shock. Therefore, it is dangerous to make any kind of contact with any inside part of this unit.

This symbol alerts the user that important literature concerning the operation and maintenance of this unit has been included. Therefore, it should be read carefully to avoid any problems.

WARNING : TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS UNIT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.

WARNING : TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, USE THE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES ONLY.

WARNING: TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, BE SURE TO USE THE SPECIFIED AC ADAPTER/CHARGER (PV-DAC13).

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCKDO NOT OPEN

The liquid crystal display (LCD) panel is made by highly precise technology. More than 99.99% of its picture elements (pixels) are effective, but some (less than 0.01%) may appear as colored bright dots. This does not indicate a fault as the LCD panel stretches the limits of current technology.

CLASS 1LASER PRODUCT

CAUTIONThis product contains a laser diode of higher class than 1. To ensure continued safety, do not remove any covers or attempt to gain access to the inside of the product. Refer all servicing to qualified personnel.


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Microsoft®, Windows®, Windows® 98, Windows® 98 Second Edition, Windows® Me, Windows® 2000 Professional, and Windows® XP are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation.Intel®, Pentium® Processor, and Celeron® Processor are registered trademarks of Intel Corporation.IBM® and PC/AT® are registered trademarks of International Business Machines Corporation.Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories.“Dolby” and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.Other company names and product names listed are trademarks or brand names belonging to each individual company.SD logo is a trademark.

FCC Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful

ence to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

• ent or relocate the receiving antenna.• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.• nsult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

FCC Caution: To assure continued compliance, follow the attached installation instructions and use only shielded interface cables with ferrite core when connecting to computer or peripheral devices.Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate this equipment.

Declaration of ConformityTrade Name: PanasonicModel No.: VDR-M30PPResponsible party: Matsushita Electric Corporation of America

One Panasonic Way, Secaucus, NJ 07094Support Contact: Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company

1-800-211-PANA (7262)This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1)This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

This class B digital apparatus complies with CANADIAN ICES-003.

This Product has a fluorescent lamp that contains a small amount of mercury. It also contains lead in some components. Disposal of these materials may be regulated in your community due to environmental considerations. For disposal or recycling information please contact your local authorities, or the Electronics Industries Alliance: <http://www.eiae.org.>

A lithium ion/polymer battery that is recyclable powers the product you have purchased. Please call 1-800-8-BATTERY for information on how to recycle this battery.

U.S.A./CANADA CONSUMERS: ATTENTION:


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Be sure to read the following before opening the package of CD-ROMThis Agreement will take effect at the moment you open the package of the storage device (CD-ROM) provided with this product, if you agree to the terms herein.If you do not accept the terms of this Agreement, immediately return the unopened package of storage medium and enclosed materials (printed matter, external package, and all others) to your dealer, or return only the package of storage medium to your dealer.Consult your dealer for any refund on the unused product. However, if only the package of storage medium is returned, no refund is possible.

This License Agreement certifies that you were granted license in the past.

License Agreement

Article 1 Grant of LicenseMatsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd., grants you the following rights for the following products (to be referred to as “This Software” hereafter) that you have obtained with this Agreement:(a) You may use This Software only on a single piece of equipment. However, if this equipment cannot

be used because of mechanical problem, you may temporarily use This Software on another piece of equipment.

(b) Although This Software contains several components that can be run on computer as independent functions, all components are licensed as a single product: You may not, by any means, use these components on different computers at the same time.

Article 2 CopyrightsThe copyrights of This Software, attached manual, etc. are owned by the following corporations, and are protected by copyright laws in Japan and USA, as well as by other intellectual property and international properties:

Article 3 Other Rights and Limitations(a) You may not copy This Software or any of the printed materials attached, except for duplications to provide back-

up or storage.(b) Use of This Software by third parties is prohibited, whether by transferring, renting, leasing, lending, moving, or

any other measures.(c) You may not decompile or disassemble this Software.(d) Duplication and/or distribution of any files on this storage medium for commercial use is prohibited.

Article 4 Quality AssuranceUnder no circumstances will Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd. Hitachi, Ltd., or Sonic Solutions accept any responsibility for any damages you may incur from using or being unable to use This Software (including, but not limited to, loss of business profit, interruption of business, loss of business information, or other monetary damages).

Article 5 Termination of AgreementIf you fail to comply with the terms of this Agreement, Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd. Hitachi, Ltd., and Sonic Solutions reserve the right to terminate the Agreement. In such a case, you will be obliged to discard all copies of This Software and its components.

Article 6 Prioritized License AgreementWhen some software programs are installed, the license agreements will be displayed (to be referred to as online license agreement). If the online license agreement conflicts with this Agreement, the online license agreement shall have a priority.

Name of Software Copyright Owners

USB driver Hitachi, Ltd.

DVD-RAM Driver Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd.

DVD-MovieAlbumSE Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd.

MyDVD Sonic Solutions


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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDSIn addition to the careful attention devoted to quality standards in the manufacture of your video product, safety is a major factor in the design of every instrument. But, safety is your responsibility too.This page lists important information that will help to assure your enjoyment and proper use of DVD Palmcorder and accessory equipment. Please read it carefully before operating your video product and keep it in a handy place for future reference.

INSTALLATION1 Read and Follow Instructions — All the safety and

operating instructions should be read before the video product is operated. Follow all operating and use instructions.

2 Retain Instructions — The safety and operating instructions should be retained for future reference.

3 Heed Warnings — Comply with all warnings on the video product and in the operating instructions.

4 Power Sources — This video product should be operated only from the type of power source indicated on the marking label. If you are not sure of the type of power supply to your home, consult your video dealer or local power company. For video products intended to operate from battery power, or other sources, refer to the operating instructions.

5 Overloading — Do not overload wall outlets and extension cords as this can result in a risk of fire or electric shock. Overloaded AC outlets and extension cords are dangerous, and so are frayed power cables, damaged or cracked wire insulation and broken plugs. They may result in a shock or fire hazard. Periodically examine the cord and have it replaced by your service technician if appearance indicates damage or deteriorated insulation.

6 Power-Cord Protection — Power-supply cords should be routed so that they are not likely to be walked on or pinched by items placed upon or against them, paying particular attention to cords at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the appliance.

7 Ventilation — Slots and openings in the cabinet are provided for ventilation to ensure reliable operation of the video product and to protect it from overheating. These openings must not be blocked or covered. The openings should never be blocked by placing the video product on a bed, sofa, rug, or other similar surface. This video product should never be placed near or over a radiator or heat register. This video product should not be placed in a built-in installation such as a bookcase or rack unless proper ventilation is provided or the video product manufacturer's instructions have been followed.

8 Attachments — Do not use attachments unless recommended by the video product manufacturer as they may cause hazards.

Caution: Maintain electrical safety. Powerline operated equipment or accessories connected to this unit should bear the UL listing mark or CSA certification mark on the accessory itself and should not have been modified so as to defeat the safety features. This will help avoid any potential hazard from electric shock or fire. If in doubt, contact qualified service personnel.

9 Water and Moisture — Do not use this video product near water — for example, near a bath tub, wash bowl, kitchen sink, or laundry tub, in a wet basement, or near a swimming pool, and the like.

10 Accessories — Do not place this video product on an unstable cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table. The video product may fall, causing serious injury to a child or adult, and serious damage to the appliance. Use only with a cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table recommended by the manufacturer, or sold with the video product. Any mounting of the product should follow the manufacturer's instructions, and should use a mounting accessory recommended by the manufacturer.

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11 An appliance and cart combination should be moved with care. Quick stops, excessive force, and uneven surfaces may cause the appliance and cart combination to overturn.

12 Power Lines — An outside antenna system should not be located in the vicinity of overhead power lines or other electric light or power circuits, or where it can fall into such power lines or circuits. When installing an outside antenna system, extreme care should be taken to keep from touching or approaching such power lines or circuits as contact with them might be fatal. Installing an outdoor antenna can be hazardous and should be left to a professional antenna installer.

USE13 Cleaning — Unplug this video product from the wall

outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning.

14 Object and Liquid Entry — Never push objects of any kind into this video product through openings as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short-out parts that could result in a fire or electric shock. Never spill liquid of any kind on the video product.

15 Lightning — For added protection for this video product during a lightning storm, or when it is left unattended and unused for long periods of time, unplug it from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna or cable-system. This will prevent damage to the video product due to lightning and power-line surges.

SERVICE16 Servicing — Do not attempt to service this video

product yourself as opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltage or other hazards. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.

17 Conditions Requiring Service — Unplug this video product from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the following conditions.

a. When the power-supply cord or plug is damaged.b. If liquid has been spilled, or objects have fallen into

the video product.c. If the video product has been exposed to rain or

water.d. If the video product does not operate normally by

following the operating instructions. Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating instructions. Improper adjustment of other controls may result in damage and will often require extensive work by a qualified technician to restore the video product to its normal operation.

e. If the video product has been dropped or the cabinet has been damaged.

f. When the video product exhibits a distinct change in performance — this indicates a need for service.

18 Replacement Parts — When replacement parts are required, have the service technician verify that the replacements he uses have the same safety characteristics as the original parts. Use of replacements specified by the video product manufacturer can prevent fire, electric shock or other hazards.

19 Safety Check — Upon completion of any service or repairs to this video product, ask the service technician to perform safety checks recommended by the manufacturer to determine that the video product is in safe operating condition.

20 Heat — The product should be situated away from heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other products (including amplifiers) that produce heat.


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Cautions When Using

Handle the liquid crystal display (LCD) with care:• The LCD is a very delicate display device: Do not press its surface with force, hit it or prick it with a sharp

object.• If you push the LCD surface, unevenness in display may occur. If unevenness does not disappear, turn

the DVD Palmcorder off, wait for a few moments, and then turn it on again.• Do not place the DVD Palmcorder with the open LCD screen down.• Close the LCD monitor when not using the DVD Palmcorder.

Liquid crystal display and viewfinder:• The LCD screen and viewfinder are the products of highly precise technology. Among the total number

of pixels (approx. 120,000 pixels for LCD monitor and approx. 110,000 pixels for viewfinder), 0.01% or less pixels may be missing (black dots) or may remain lit as colored dots (red, blue, green). This shows the limitations of the current technology, and does not indicate a fault that will interfere with recording.

• The LCD screen and viewfinder will be slightly dimmer than usual when the DVD Palmcorder is at low temperature, as in cold areas, or immediately after power is turned on. Normal brightness will be restored when the temperature inside the DVD Palmcorder rises.

Hold the DVD Palmcorder correctly:• Do not hold the by viewfinder or LCD monitor when lifting the DVD Palmcorder: The viewfinder or

LCD monitor could detach and the DVD Palmcorder may fall.

Do not subject the DVD Palmcorder to impact:• This DVD Palmcorder is a precision machine. Take great care that you do not strike it against a hard

object or let it fall.• Do not use the DVD Palmcorder on a tripod in a place where it is subject to severe vibrations or impact.

No sand or dust!• Fine sand or dust entering the DVD Palmcorder or AC adapter/charger could cause malfunctions or

defects.

No water or oil!• Water or oil entering the DVD Palmcorder or AC adapter/charger could cause electric shock,

malfunctions or defects.


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Heat on surface of product:• The surface of the DVD Palmcorder will be slightly warm, but this does not indicate a fault.

Screen on connected TV:• Never leave the disc navigation screen, still image or camera image displayed on your TV to which the

DVD Palmcorder is connected: Doing so could result in displayed image retention or phosphor degradation of TV screen.

Be careful of ambient temperature:• Using the DVD Palmcorder in a place where the temperature is over 140ºF (40°C) or under 32ºF (0°C)

will result in abnormal recording/playback.• Take care that the temperature of this DVD Palmcorder, when connected to PC does not rise excessively

(reference for usage: approx. 30 minutes at about 86ºF (30ºC).• Do not leave the DVD Palmcorder on a beach or in a closed vehicle where the temperature is very high

for a long time: This could cause malfunctions.

Do not point directly at the sun:• If direct sunlight strikes the lens or viewfinder, the DVD Palmcorder could malfunction or a fire could

occur.• Do not leave the DVD Palmcorder with the LCD screen exposed to direct sunlight: This could cause

malfunctions.

Do not use the DVD Palmcorder near TV or radio:• This could cause noise to appear on the TV screen or in radio broadcasts.

Do not use the DVD Palmcorder near strong radio waves or magnetism:• If the DVD Palmcorder is used near strong radio waves or magnetism, such as near a radio wave tower

or electric appliances, noise could enter video and audio that are being recorded. During playback of normally recorded video and audio, noise may also be present in picture and sound. At worst the DVD Palmcorder could malfunction.

Do not expose the DVD Palmcorder to soot or steam:• Thick soot or steam could damage the DVD Palmcorder case or cause malfunctions.

Do not use the DVD Palmcorder near corrosive gas:• Using it in a place where there is dense exhaust gas generated by gasoline or diesel engines, or corrosive

gas such as hydrogen sulfide, could corrode the battery connecting terminals, which could result in loss of power.

Do not use the DVD Palmcorder near ultrasonic humidifier:• With some water in humidifier, calcium and other chemicals dissolved in water could scatter in the air,

and white particles could adhere to the optical head of the DVD Palmcorder, which could cause it to operate abnormally.

Do not expose the DVD Palmcorder to insecticide:• Insecticide entering the DVD Palmcorder could dirty the lens in laser pickup block, and in such a case

the DVD Palmcorder might not operate normally. Turn the DVD Palmcorder off and cover it with vinyl sheet, etc. before using insecticide.

Do not use a generally available 8 cm CD lens cleaner:• Cleaning the lens is not necessary when using this DVD Palmcorder in the usual way.• Using 8 cm CD lens cleaner could cause this DVD Palmcorder to be faulty.

Do not touch the lens in laser pickup block.• Touching the lens in laser pickup block could cause malfunctions.


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Be careful of moisture condensation:• When you move the DVD Palmcorder between places where the difference in temperatures is great -

such as entering a lodge from a ski slope or going out of a cooled room or vehicle - condensation (vapor in air warmed or cooled to water droplets) could occur on the lens and/or inside the DVD Palmcorder. If condensation occurs, do not open the cover of disc or card insertion block if possible. If condensation occurs on the lens, wipe it off with a soft, dry cloth. Even if the external surface of DVD Palmcorder has dried, condensation may remain inside: Turn the DVD Palmcorder off and leave it in a dry place for at least 1-2 hours before using it again.

Do not use the DVD Palmcorder for a long, uninterrupted period of time:• This DVD Palmcorder cannot be used for a long time continuously as a surveillance camera/monitor.

If you use the DVD Palmcorder for a long continuous period of time, the temperature of DVD Palmcorder could exceed a limit and the recording/playback operation could be slowed down: In this case, turn it off and wait for a while before using it again.

Do not turn the DVD Palmcorder off while the ACCESS/PC indicator or CARD ACCESS indicator is lit or blinking:• The ACCESS/PC or CARD ACCESS indicator is lit or blinking

to show that data is being written to disc or card, or being read from it. At this time, do not do any of the following, so as not to damage the data:− Remove battery pack− Disconnect AC adapter/charger− Plug or unplug USB cable− Remove disc or card− Subject DVD Palmcorder to severe vibrations or impact.− Forcefully open or close the LCD monitor

If you turn the DVD Palmcorder off while the ACCESS/PC or CARD ACCESS indicator is lit or blinking, turn it on again with the disc or card loaded in it: Repair of the disc or card will be executed automatically (see page 150).

Do not wipe the DVD Palmcorder case with benzene or thinner:• The coating of case could peel off or the case surface could deteriorate.• When using a chemical cleaning cloth, follow the instructions.

Also read the instructions attached with optional accessories:• For optional accessories, observe the cautions and follow instruction manuals attached.

Keep the Memory Card out of reach of children to prevent swallowing.

CARD ACCESS indicator

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Cautions When Storing

Do not leave the DVD Palmcorder in a place where the temperature is very high for a long period of time:• The temperature inside a closed vehicle or trunk can become very high in a hot season. If you leave the

DVD Palmcorder in such a place, it could malfunction or the case could be damaged. Do not expose the DVD Palmcorder to direct sunlight or place it near a heater.

Do not store the DVD Palmcorder in a place where the humidity is high or in a dusty place:• Dust entering the DVD Palmcorder could cause malfunctions. If the humidity is high, the lens could be

moldy, and the DVD Palmcorder could become inoperative. It is recommended that you put the DVD Palmcorder with a desiccant in a box when storing it in a closet, etc.

Do not store the DVD Palmcorder in a place subject to strong magnetism or intense vibrations:• This could cause malfunctions.

Detach the battery pack from the DVD Palmcorder and store it in a cool place:• Leaving the battery pack attached or storing it at high temperature could shorten its life.

Suggestions and Restrictions

Make a trial recording:• Always make a trial recording before doing actual recording to make sure that recording is normal. The

data that have not been stored normally because of a defect in the DVD Palmcorder cannot be restored.It is recommended that you use DVD-RAM disc from which recorded contents can be deleted for trial recording.

Do not use the DVD Palmcorder for professional applications:• This DVD Palmcorder is designed and produced for home-use recording and playback.

The recorded contents cannot be compensated for:• Panasonic cannot compensate for any damages caused when recording is not made normally or

recorded contents cannot be played back because of a defect in the DVD Palmcorder, disc or card. Also, Panasonic cannot be responsible for your recorded video and audio.

• If you or a third party make a mistake when handling this DVD Palmcorder, disc, card, etc., the recorded contents may be lost. We cannot be responsible for compensation for damage due to loss of recorded contents.

Copyright:• Data recorded on the disc or card in this DVD Palmcorder using other digital/analog media or devices

are protected by the copyright act and cannot be used without permission of the owner of copyright, except for personal enjoyment. Be aware that recording is restricted for some demonstrations, performances and exhibitions, even for personal enjoyment.

Do not use the DVD Palmcorder for professional applications:• This DVD Palmcorder is designed and produced for home-use recording and playback.


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Read This First To guide you, we've included following six chapters.

• The section on “Setups” explains how to set up the DVD Palmcorder, battery pack, and set the date/time.

• The section on “Basic Techniques” explains the basic operation of this DVD Palmcorder-recording of movies, still images, external input, and playback of recorded images.

• The section on “Advanced Techniques” explains settings on this DVD Palmcorder for more advanced usage.

• The section on “Disc Navigation” explains editing with Disc Navigation: Refer to this section when finalizing DVD-R disc and initializing DVD-RAM disc.

• The section on “Installing Software” explains the contents of provided CD-ROM and how to install the contained software included.

• “Subsidiary Information” includes an introduction to products sold separately, proper cleaning, and troubleshooting.

We want this manual to be as helpful as possible, so it includes two easy ways to find the information you need:

• A quick index for the information you use most often (this page).

• A detailed table of contents directing you to specific information quickly.

Get to know your DVD Palmcorder by using this manual, and get to know Panasonic. We appreciate your business.

Quick IndexAvailable Discs................................................. 24Recording Movie.............................................. 52Immediately Checking Recorded Scene ......... 69Connecting to a TV.......................................... 74Functions Available with Disc Navigation ...... 101Installing Software ......................................... 134

With this DVD Palmcorder you can view the picture being recorded or the playback picture whether on the LCD monitor or in the viewfinder. Opening or closing the LCD monitor switches the picture to appear on the LCD monitor or in the viewfinder. The following text describes the operation assuming that the viewfinder is used as a major monitor device.


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Introduction

●You can record even during playbackUnlike tape devices, you do not need to search for the recording start position or locate the beginning of blank portion. You can start recording during playback New recording will not overwrite any previously recorded data.

●You can immediately play back desired recorded scenesYou do not need to rewind, unlike recorders using tape.You can select any scene you want and immediately play it back (using Disc Navigation function).

●Use Disc Navigation to create your original movieYou can delete unnecessary scenes, move any scenes, etc., and create your original movie work (Play List).

●You can easily edit scenesUsing this DVD Palmcorder, you can collect scenes of your child, for example, on play list of Disc Navigation function and create an original movie: Then simply play back the play list and dub it on VCR. It is also easy to make any number of identical tapes.

●Create original DVDs on PCYou can use a DVD-R disc to create an original DVD, using the provided software CD-ROM.The created DVD disc can be played back on DVD player, DVD-ROM drive, etc.

If you stop playback midway and start recording, overwrite will not occur.

Recorded scenes

Before editing

After editing

Until now, you had to repeatedly press buttons

With DVD, you can simply play back this DVD Palmcorder, and press the record button on VCR.

Original DVD being created

Playback of DVD


Quick Start Guide for Software

FeaturesFollowing software programs are contained on the provided CD-ROM.

≥Confirming the environment of connecting equipment: see page 134

Installation Guide (See page 134 for details)1 Installing USB Driver.≥Be sure not to connect the USB Cable before executing “USBready.exe” on the provided

CD-ROM.≥After opening the “VDR-M30” drive from “My Computer”, and double-click “USB Ready” icon. “USB

Ready” message will appear, and then connect the USB Cable. Installation automatically starts.2 Install the software (DVD-RAM Driver, MyDVD and DVD-MovieAlbumSE).

Suggestions for using software (See page 142 for details)

1 Connect this DVD Palmcorder with the recorded DVD-RAM disc inserted to PC using USB Cable as follows.

2 Edit motion images using DVD-MovieAlbumSE.≥You can edit images on the DVD-RAM disc.

3 Export motion image data to PC using DVD-MovieAlbumSE.

4 MyDVD will automatically start. (See page 00 for details)

Software Feature

USB Driver Install this driver when using the provided USB Cable to connect this DVD Palmcorder to PC.

DVD-RAM Driver Install this driver when using stills and images recorded on DVD-RAM disc on a PC.

DVD-MovieAlbumSE By combining DVD-MovieAlbumSE with the DVD Palmcorder, it is possible to use playback, recording and editing. It is also possible to transfer extracted data and title information etc to My DVD.

MyDVD Use this software when creating a DVD-Video disc from motion images edited using DVD-MovieAlbumSE.

We will add the figure connecting PC to DVD Palmcorder.

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5 Edit motion image and interractive DVD menu using MyDVD.

6 Insert the new DVD-R disc into the DVD palmcorder.≥When making an original DVD-R disc using MyDVD software, a message for initialization appears

on the LCD of DVD Palmcorder. Press “No” and then follow the instructions on the screen of your PC to make the original DVD-R disc. Do not perform initialization on DVD Palmcoder when using a DVD-R disc with computer.

7 Write images to the DVD-R Disc with MyDVD.≥Write edited motion images to an 8 cm DVD-R disc in this DVD Palmcorder using MyDVD

software.

Cautions for use

≥When using a new DVD-R disc in your Palmcorder, you must initialize it before motion images. DVD-RAM disc and Card do not require initialization.

≥When using MyDVD software on Windows 2000 Professional / XP, log on to your PC as Administrator or with a login name equally authorized . If you log on with a login name other than Administrator, you cannot use MyDVD.

≥Set the display resolution to 1024 ~ 768 (16 bits color) when using the DVD-MovieAlbum.DIsplay Settings method as follows:

Select “Start” >> “Settings” >> “Control Panel” >> “Display” and select “Settings” tab on “Display”, and then adjust “Screen Resolution” and “Color quality” to the above.

≥DVD-R discs are a write-one format, therefore when you write information to the DVD-R disc with DVD-MovieAlbum or My DVD, you cannot edit it again.

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Table of ContentsBe sure to read the following before opening

the package of CD-ROM.................................. 4

Cautions When Using ......................................... 7

Cautions When Storing..................................... 10

Suggestions and Restrictions ........................... 10

Read This First ................................................. 11

Introduction ....................................................... 12

Quick Start Guide for Software ......................... 13

Table of Contents ............................................. 15

Checking Provided Accessories ....................... 18

Names of Parts ................................................. 19

About This Manual............................................ 23

Discs and Cards ............................................... 24Available Discs ......................................................24Information on DVD-R Disc ...................................25Examples of Discs that Cannot be Used on

this DVD Palmcorder: .........................................25Handling Discs.......................................................26Available Cards .....................................................27

Storage Capacity on Disc or Card .................... 28Recordable Time of Movie (Video) ........................28Recordable Stills (Photos) .....................................29

Features of DVD Palmcorder............................ 30Versatile Functions Available ................................30Recording on Disc .................................................32Recording Movie and Still ......................................32Immediate Reviewing of Recorded Image.............33Editing in Various Ways on DVD Palmcorder

Alone ..................................................................33Using with Various Devices ...................................33

SetupsSetting Up the DVD Palmcorder ....................... 34

Attaching adjuster (securing tab)...........................34Holding DVD Palmcoder........................................34Attaching Shoulder Belt .........................................35Attaching Lens Cap ...............................................35Inserting Battery into Remote Controller ...............36Removing Battery from Remote Controller............36

Setting Up the Battery Pack.............................. 38Charging Battery Pack...........................................38Attaching Battery Pack to DVD Palmcorder ..........39Removing Battery Pack .........................................39Battery Remaining Level Indicator.........................41Efficient Use of Battery Pack .................................41Using DVD Palmcorder with AC Adapter/Charger 42

Inserting and Removing Disc............................ 43Inserting Disc.........................................................43Removing Disc ......................................................45

Inserting and Removing Card ........................... 46

Basic TechniquesBasic Operation of DVD Palmcorder ................ 47

Turning DVD Palmcorder On or Off ......................47Viewing Subject Through Viewfinder.....................48Viewing Image on LCD Monitor Screen ................48Closing LCD Monitor .............................................49

Setting Date and Time...................................... 50Changing Display Format of Date and Time .........51

Recording Movie............................................... 52Using External Microphone ...................................54

Recording Stills................................................. 55

Zooming............................................................ 57Macro Recording ...................................................58Using Conversion Lens (Generally Available).......58

Manually Focusing Subject............................... 59Focusing During Recording...................................59

Adjusting Exposure Manually ........................... 61

Compensating for Backlight.............................. 62

Using Auto Function ......................................... 63

On-Screen Information ..................................... 64Information Display During Recording...................64

Recording Images from Other AV Devices....... 67Connecting to Other AV Device ............................67Recording Images from AV Device .......................68

Playing Back..................................................... 69Immediately Checking Recorded Scene ...............69Playback from Start of Disc or Card ......................70Search Playback of Movie.....................................70Frame Advance/Frame Back/Slow Playback of

Movie..................................................................70Skip Playback of Movie .........................................71Playing Back Stills .................................................71Jumping to Specified Point (Go To) ......................72

On-Screen Information Display ........................ 73Information Display during Playback .....................73

Playback on Other Devices .............................. 74Connecting to a TV................................................74Viewing on TV Screen...........................................75Playback on DVD Player .......................................76Removing and Replacing from/in Round

DVD Holder ........................................................77How to Remove Disc.............................................77Replacing Disc in Round DVD Holder...................78When the Hinge of Round DVD Holder

Comes Off ..........................................................78Disc Cleaning ........................................................78

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Advanced TechniquesUnderstanding Flow of Menu............................ 80

Setting Up Camera Functions........................... 82Selecting Shooting Mode to Match the Subject

(Switching Program AE Mode) ...........................82Adjusting Color (White Balance)............................83Using the Electronic Image Stabilizer (EIS)...........85Magnifying Subject Image (Dig. Zoom) .................86Reducing Wind Noise During Recording

(Wind Cut)...........................................................87

Setting Up Record Functions............................ 88Switching Movie Quality (VIDEO Mode)................88Switching Quality of Still Image (Quality)...............89Receiving Image from Another Device

(Input Source) .....................................................90Switching External Input Recording Method

(PHOTO Input)....................................................90Self Timer ..............................................................91Setting OSD Output On or Off

(On-Screen Display) ...........................................92

LCD Setup ........................................................ 93Setting Brightness of LCD Screen (Brightness) ....93Setting Color Density of LCD screen

(Color Level) .......................................................93

Initial Settings ................................................... 94Switching Operating Sound On or Off (Beep) .......94Turning DVD Palmcorder Off Automatically

(Power Save) ......................................................94Turning Record LED On or Off (Record LED) .......95Changing Display Language (Language) ..............95Resetting Menu Settings to Defaults (Reset) ........96

Disc NavigationUsing Disc Navigation....................................... 97

Starting Disc Navigation ........................................97Exiting Disc Navigation..........................................99Playing Back from Disc Navigation Screen ...........99Selecting Multiple Scenes ...................................100Selecting Consecutive Scenes Together.............100

Disc Navigation Menu..................................... 101Functions Available with Disc Navigation ............101Understanding Flow of Disc Navigation Menu.....102

Scene.............................................................. 103Deleting Scenes (Delete).....................................103Changing Images for Thumbnails

(Edit - Thumbnail) .............................................105Playing Back by Skipping Scenes (Edit - Skip) ...106Adding Special Effects (Edit - Fade)....................107Arranging Order of Scenes (Edit - Move) ............108Combining Multiple Scenes (Edit - Combine) ......109Dividing Movies (Edit - Divide).............................110Copying Stills on DVD-RAM Disc to Card

(Copy) ...............................................................111Locking Scenes on Card (Lock) ..........................112Designating Scenes to be Printed (DPOF)..........113Selecting Scenes Using Menu Screen (Select) ...114Displaying Information Using Menu Screen

(Detail) ..............................................................115

Program.......................................................... 116What is “program”?..............................................116Switching to Thumbnail Display of Specific Date

(Switch) ............................................................116Playing Back Program (Play) ..............................117Changing Title of Program (Title) ........................117

Play List .......................................................... 119What is “Play List”? .............................................119Creating New Play List (Create)..........................119Switching to Display of Each Play List (Switch) ..120Playing Back a Play List (Play)............................121Adding Scenes to Play List (Editing Play List).....122Deleting Scenes from Play List

(Editing Play List) .............................................123Adding Scenes Using Submenu for Editing

(Editing Play List) .............................................123Deleting Scenes Using Submenu for Editing

(Editing Play List) .............................................124Selecting Scenes Using Submenu for Editing

(Editing Play List) .............................................124Arranging Order of Scenes (Move) .....................125Changing Title of Play List (Title) ........................126Deleting Play List (Delete)...................................126

Go To.............................................................. 127Top (End) ............................................................127

Disc or Card Management.............................. 128Verifying Remaining Free Space on Disc or Card

(Capacity) .........................................................128Protecting Disc from Writing (Protect Disc) .........128Initializing DVD-RAM Disc or Card

(Format Disc. format Card)...............................129Updating Control Information of DVD-RAM Disc.130Finalizing Disc (DVD-R) ......................................131

Others............................................................. 132Displaying Movies or Stills Independently

(Category) ........................................................132Playing Back Scenes Repeatedly (Repeat Play) 132Slide Show (Continuous Playback of Stills).........133

Installing SoftwareCompatible PC for use with DVD Camcorder:

VDR M30 ..................................................... 134

Operations will not be guaranteed under the following conditions. ..................................... 134

Contents on Provided CD-ROM ..................... 135Installing USB Driver ...........................................137Installing DVD-RAM Driver..................................140Installing DVD-MovieAlbumSE............................142Installing MyDVD.................................................144

Creating DVD Video on PC from DVD-RAM Disc Recorded on DVD Palmcorder .................... 145


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Subsidiary InformationCleaning.......................................................... 147

No DVD Palmcorder Operation - Check the Following: ..................................................... 148

Error Messages .............................................. 150

Troubleshooting .............................................. 157

System Reset ................................................. 164

Major Specifications........................................ 165

Introduction to Optional Accessories .............. 167Palmcorder Accessory System............................167Information on Round DVD Holder......................168

Index ............................................................... 169

Request for Service Notice (USA Only).......... 172

Limited Warranty (For USA Customers) ......... 173

Customer Services Directory .......................... 174

Warranty (For Canadian Customers).............. 175


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Checking Provided AccessoriesMake sure that you have all the following accessories in package:

Battery Pack (model CGA-DU14A):Portable power supply for this DVD Palmcorder. Charge it before use.

AC Adapter/Charger (model PV-DAC13):Used to power the DVD Palmcorder from AC outlet, or charge battery pack.

DC Cord:When powering the DVD Palmcorder from household AC outlet, use this cord to connect the DVD Palmcorder and AC adapter/charger.

Power Cable:Connect between household AC outlet and AC adapter/charger.

Remote Controller (model VEQ3993):Use to control the DVD Palmcorder from a distance.

Button Type Battery (model CR2025):To power the remote controller.

AV/S Input/Output Cable: (EW12432)Used when viewing the picture played back on the DVD Palmcorder on TV screen, or input or output video from/to another video device.

Shoulder Belt:Attach to the DVD Palmcorder to hang it from shoulder.

Lens Cap and Lens Cap String:Attach the lens cap when not recording, to protect the lens.

8 cm DVD-RAM Disc (in Round DVD Holder):To record video (movie) on this DVD Palmcorder.

Ferrite Core: (BZ10682)In order to control radio noise emission, attach this to external microphone cable if you are using the external microphone.

Software CD-ROM:Use this CD-ROM on PC when connecting the DVD Palmcorder to PC.

USB Cable: (EW12381)

WARNING: Keep this battery away from children. If swallowed, consult a physician immediately for emergency treatment.


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Names of Parts

1 Recording indicator (P. 95)The red indicator will light during recording.

2 Optical 10× zoom lens (P. 57)

3 Lens hood (P. 58)Always remove this lens hood when using generally available tele-conversion or wide-conversion lens.

4 Infrared receiver (P. 37)When the remote controller is used to operate the DVD Palmcorder, this receiver will receive the infrared signal.

5 Zoom lever (P. 57)Push the lever to the T side for telephoto, or to the W side for wide-angle.

6 Accessory shoe

7 External microphone jack (P. 54)

8 AV input/output jack (P. 67, 74)

9 Stereo microphone (P. 54)

10 2.5” type Liquid Crystal Display (LCD) (inside) (P. 48)

11 BATTERY EJECT switch (P. 39)The BATTERY EJECT switch is located on the bottom of this DVD Palmcorder: Slide it when removing the battery pack.

A/V

MIC

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12 Viewfinder (P. 48)

13 Diopter control (P. 48)To adjust the focus of image appearing in the viewfinder. (Pull out the viewfinder.)

14 ACCESS/PC indicator (P. 9, 52, 55)Will blink or light while the DVD Palmcorder is operating.

15 DISC EJECT button (P. 43)Press and release this button to open the disc guide.

16 CARD ACCESS indicator (P. 9, 55)

17 Card insertion block (P. 46)

18 Battery attachment platform (P. 39)

19 Record button (REC) (P. 52)

20 Shoulder belt attachments portion (P. 35)

21 Power switch (P. 47, 52, 55)

22 Speaker (P. 69)

23 Grip Belt (Free Style Grip Belt) (P. 34)

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24 AUTO button (P. 63)To switch the DVD Palmcorder to full automatic

25 FOCUS button (P. 59)To switch between manual focus and auto-focus.

26 EXPOSURE button (P. 61)Press this button to adjust the exposure.

27 BACK LIGHT (backlight compensation) button (P. 62)Press this button when subject is being lighted from behind.

28 DISC NAVIGATION button (P. 97)

29 SELECT button (P. 100)

30 MENU button (P. 50, 81, 103)Press this button to display the menu for setting camera functions and Disc Navigation.The camera menu will appear even if disc is not loaded.

31 DISPLAY (Screen display) button (P. 73)Press this button to display the details of image being played back or camera setting status, or switch the display off.

32 Volume control buttons (VOL)/ � � buttons (P. 59, 61, 69)To adjust the volume of sound from speaker, etc.

33 RESET button (P. 164)To reset all settings to defaults (status when the DVD Palmcorder was shipped from the factory)

34 USB Terminal (TO PC)

35 Joystick (P. 50, 69, 81)

Move the joystick to select a scene or menu item; then play back the scene or pause it.

36 Stop/cancel button (P. 23, 69, 99)To end playback or cancel setting of menu.

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37 REC button (P. 52, 55)

38 DIGITAL ZOOM button (P. 86)

39 Reverse skip button (P. 71)

40 Reverse search button (P. 70)

41 DISC NAVIGATION button (P. 97)

42 MENU button (P. 50, 82, 104)

43 ZOOM T button (P. 57)

44 ZOOM W button (P. 57)

45 Forward Search button (P. 70)

46 Play/pause button (P. 69)

47 Forward skip button (P. 71)

48 DISPLAY button (P. 73)

49 Stop button (P. 23, 69, 99)

50 DELETE button (P. 103)

51 SELECT button (P. 100)

* The buttons on remote controller will function the same as those on DVD Palmcorder.

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About This Manual

●Displays in this manualUnderstand that the displays are different from those you will actually see in the viewfinder or on the LCD screen.

●Notation of cancel buttonPress the stop/cancel button to stop your operation midway, or return the menu screen to the preceding one. The expression “press the � button” will be used in this text.

●�, � and � marks beside headingsSome functions of this DVD Palmcorder are unavailable with disc or card used. Refer to the marks at right above each function to identify whether the disc or card is compatible with the function. Refer to these marks and identify the functions and operation to match the disc or card you use.


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Discs and CardsThe following table lists the storage media (discs and cards) that can be used on this DVD Palmcorder and the functions which are available with them:

● : Functions available; -: Not available

*1: Can be played back on some DVD players.*2: Must be finalized on this DVD Palmcorder before DVD-R disc can be played back on DVD player or DVD recorder (See

P. 76). May not be playable on some DVD players.*3: Can be played back on some DVD-RAM recorders.

Available Discs

This DVD Palmcorder uses 8 cm DVD-RAM discs and 8 cm DVD-R discs for camcorder use.Discs removed from Round DVD Holder cannot be used on this DVD Palmcorder: Use them only in the holder.

Note:• It is recommended that you use Panasonic discs, since

their compatibility with this DVD Palmcorder has been confirmed. Using a disc other than those made by Panasonic may not allow the DVD Palmcorder to deliver optimum performance.

• It is necessary to initialize an unformatted disc. When an unformatted disc is inserted into the DVD Palmcorder, a message will appear: Initialize the disc following the instructions on screen (P. 129).

• The Round DVD Holder cannot be used on the DVD Palmcorders that use square type adapters.

• Image data edited on PC and certain types of image data may not be visible on this DVD Palmcorder.

• The image data recorded on another device may not be playable on this DVD Palmcorder.

Media

Function DVD-RAM disc DVD-R disc SD Memory Card/MultiMediaCard

Recording movie ● ● -

Recording still ● - ●

Deleting recorded image ● - ●

Editing on this DVD Palmcorder

● - -

Playback on DVD player -*1 ● *2 -

Playback on DVD-RAM recorder

● -*2 -*3

Usable discs and logos Shape

DVD-RAM Ver. 2.1 (8 cm)

In Round DVD Holder

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INFORMATION ON DVD-R DISC

You cannot record a still on DVD-R disc, or delete any recorded images or data.For optimum recording on DVD-R disc, this DVD video camera/recorder writes control data to the disc in order to automatically make adjustments when it is inserted and ejected accompanying recording. If the disc has no area to be written for adjustment, recording may not be possible. To prevent this, do not insert or eject a DVD-R disc accompanying recording more than 50 times. The DVD video camera/recorder will not perform “write adjustment” when the DVD video camera/recorder is turned on again, from off, for recording with the disc in it, or when no recording is made, even if the disc is removed and then reinserted.

lFinalizing DVD-R discBefore using the 8 cm DVD-R disc provided on this DVD video camera/recorder on a DVD player or DVD video recorder that is compatible with 8 cm DVD-R disc, the disc must be finalized on this DVD video camera/recorder. For the finalizing procedure of 8 cm DVD-R disc, refer to “Finalizing DVD-R Disc” (P. 127).

Note:• Do not insert a DVD-R disc recorded on this DVD video

camera/recorder but not finalized, into a recordable device, such as a DVD video recorder: The recorded data may be damaged.

• DVD-R discs edited and finalized on PC or those finalized on another DVD video recorder may not be playable on this DVD video camera/recorder, depending on the editing software used or recorded status of DVD-R disc.

• Refer to the remaining time indicated on the LCD of DVD Palmcorder to check a capacity of a DVD-R disc.

EXAMPLES OF DISCS THAT CANNOT BE USED ON THIS DVD VIDEO CAMERA/RECORDER:

• DVD-RAM (2.6 GB) Ver. 1.0 • DVD-ROM • MO• DVD-R (3.9 GB) Ver. 1.0 • DVD-Video • MD• DVD-R (4.7 GB) for Authoring Ver. 2.0 • CD-R • iD• DVD-RW • CD-RW • Floppy disk• DVD+RW • CD • Discs other than those with diameter

of 8 cm• DVD+R • LD • CD-ROM

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Handling Discs

●Using discsDVD-RAM and DVD-R discs are very delicate recording media. Carefully read the following cautions and observe them:• When using disc on this DVD Palmcorder, be

sure to keep it in Round DVD Holder.• Always use a brand new disc when recording

important material.• Be sure not to touch the disc

exposed portion, and be careful that no dirt adheres to it.

• If there is dust, scratch, dirt on disc or if it is warped, the following phenomena may occur:− Block noise in playback

image− Momentary stop of playback

image− Sound interrupted during

playback, or abnormal sound

− Blue thumbnail display (Fig. 1)

− Disc cannot correctly be recognized

− Delay between video and audio

Even if disc is normal, the above phenomena may occasionally occur. While the ACCESS/PC indicator is lit, do not subject disc to vibrations or impact, and avoid using DVD Palmcorder at extremely high or low temperatures, or in environment where condensation is likely to occur.

• When recording images, the DVD Palmcorder may avoid the portions of disc where recording is not possible, due to dust, scratches, etc. [It will pause � at such a portion and automatically restart recording (�).]This will cause recording to be interrupted for several seconds to several minutes, and multiple thumbnails will be created by one recording session as shown above. In this case, the recordable time on disc will decrease.

• Be careful when removing the disc since the metal of removal slot of DVD Palmcorder, and disc itself, may be hot.

●Storing discs• When storing disc, insert it in Round DVD

Holder into plastic case.• Be careful that no condensation occurs on disc.• Do not place disc in the following places:

− Direct sunlight for a long time− Where humidity is high or in dusty place− While there is heat from a heater, etc.

Note:• See page 78 when cleaning the removed disc.• See page 77 for how to handle disc removed from Round

DVD Holder.• See page 77 for how to set the disc removed from

Round DVD Holder or another disc correctly in Round DVD Holder.

Do not touch

Block noise

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Available Cards

Handling card

• D o not use cards other thanthe designated ones.

• Do not touch the card terminal or allow it to touch metal.

• Do not paste anything other than exclusive label on label pasting portion.

• Do not subject card to impact, bend card or drop it.

• Do not disassemble card or modify it.• Do not expose card to water.• Do not use or store card in the following places:

− Where the temperature is high, such as in vehicle at high temperatures, in direct sunlight or near a heater.

− Where humidity is high, or in dusty place• When the erasure prevention switch on SD

Memory Card is locked, no recording, deletion or editing will be possible on the card.

• It is recommended that you create a backup file for valuable data on hard disk of PC.

• Do not do the following, or the data on card may be damaged or lost:− Do not remove the card or turn DVD

Palmcorder off during reading or writing of data

− Do not use DVD Palmcorder in a place subject to static electricity or electrical noise

Note:• This DVD Palmcorder can play back image data recorded

on other digital cameras conforming to the DCF (Design rule for Camera File system) standard which were established by the Japan Electronics and Information Technology Industries Association (JEITA). The range of image data playable on this DVD Palmcorder is that with pixels from 80 horizontal × 60 vertical to 4000 horizontal × 3000 vertical.

• DCF is an integrated image file format of digital cameras: Image files can be used on all digital devices conforming to DCF.

• Image data edited on PC and certain types of image data may not be visible on this DVD Palmcorder.

• The image data recorded on another device may not be playable on this DVD Palmcorder.

SD Memory Card and MultiMediaCard can be used on this DVD Palmcorder.

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Storage Capacity on Disc or Card

Recordable Time of Movie (Video)

The recordable time will vary depending on the recording quality: See page 88 for the setting of recording quality.

Movie recordable time on one disc (on single side) (when recording only movies)

*1:Variable bit recording (recording of more than 18 minutes may be possible because the transfer rate varies automatically between approx. 3-10 Mbps)

*2:Transfer rate: Approx. 6 Mbps*3:Transfer rate: Approx. 3 Mbps*4:Linear PCM recording (If your DVD player does not

conform to MPEG 1 audio player 2, record in LPCM mode)

Note:• Audio in XTRA, FINE or STD mode is recorded in the

MPEG 1 audio layer 2 format, which is the option standard of DVD video standard.

• No movie can be recorded on SD Memory Card or MultiMediaCard.

• The movie quality mode can be changed for recordings on DVD-RAM disc, but not on DVD-R disc.

Recording quality

Disc used

DVD-RAM DVD-R

XTRA Approx. 18 min *1 No recording possible

FINE Approx. 30 min *2 Approx. 30 min *2

STD Approx. 60 min *3 Approx. 60 min *3

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Recordable Stills (Photos)

●Recordable stills on one DVD-RAM disc (single side) (when recording only still): Up to 999

If the disc still has free space after recording 999 stills on it, movies can also be recorded on it.

●Recordable stills on one blank card:The number of recordable stills will vary depending on the recording quality: See page 89 for the setting of recording quality.

(The numbers of recordable stills above are only for reference)

Note:• Cards used on other devices can be used on this DVD

Palmcorder.• No movie or music data recorded on card can be

checked, viewed or heard on this DVD Palmcorder. In addition, no such a data file can be displayed on this DVD Palmcorder.

• Use the remaining display function to check the remaining free space on disc before use. See “Verifying Remaining Free Space on Disc or Card (Capacity)” on page 128.

• Some still data recorded on this DVD Palmcorder may not be playable on another device (for example, on a device that limits the maximum number of recognizable stills to 999).

• No still can be recorded on DVD-R disc.

CapacityRecording quality

FINE NORM ECO

8 MB Approx. 45 Approx. 95 Approx. 190



64 MB Approx. 440 Approx. 880 Approx. 1,760

128MB Approx. 880 Approx. 1,760 Approx. 3,520

256 MB Approx. 1,760 Approx. 3,520 Approx. 7,040

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Features of DVD Palmcorder

Versatile Functions Available

This DVD Palmcorder has numerous useful functions. However, the functions that can be used will vary depending on whether DVD-RAM disc, DVD-R disc or card is used.Use the functions, following the table below:

Camera Functions:

● : Available; -: Unavailable(*1 Except for LPCM mode)(*2 Except for XTRA mode)

FunctionDisc/Card used Reference

pageDVD-RAM DVD-R CARD

Camera Functions Setup

Program AE ● ● ● 82

White Bal. ● ● ● 83

EIS ● ● ● 85

Dig.Zoom ● ● ● 86

Wind Cut ● ● - 87

Record Functions Setup

VIDEO Mode ●*1 ● *2 - 88

Quality - - ● 89

Input Source ● ● ● 90

PHOTO Input ● - ● 90

Self Timer ● - ● 91

OSD Output ● ● ● 92

Date SetupDate Mode ● ● ● 51

Date Set ● ● ● 50

LCD SetupBrightness ● ● ● 93

Color Level ● ● ● 93

Initial Setup

Beep ● ● ● 94

Power Save ● ● ● 94

Record LED ● ● ● 95

Language ● ● ● 95

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Disc Navigation Functions:

● : Available; -: Unavailable*3 If you use a brand-new DVD-R disc, message “Disc is not formatted” will appear. Initialize the disc, following the

subsequent messages ( See page 44).

FunctionDisc used Reference

pageDVD-RAM DVD-RScene Delete ● - 103

Edit Thumbnail ● - 105

Skip ● - 106

Fade ● - 107

Combine ● - 109

Divide ● - 110

Move ● - 108, 125

Copy ● - 111

Select Start → Current ● ● 114

Current → End ● ● 114

All ● ● 114

Detail ● ● 115

PlayList Switch ● - 120

Play ● - 121

Create ● - 119

Edit ● - 122 - 125

Title ● - 126

Delete ● - 126

Program Switch ● ● 116

Play ● ● 117

Title ● - 117

Go To Top ● ● 127

End ● ● 127

Disc Capacity ● - 128

Protect Disc ● - 128

Format Disc ● -*3 129

Update Control Info. ● - 130

Finalize Disc - ● 131

Others Category All ● - 132

VIDEO ● - 132

PHOTO ● - 132

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Card Navigation Functions:

Recording on Disc

You can use both 8 cm DVD-RAM and DVD-R discs on this DVD Palmcorder for recording. The recorded video and audio will be stored on an 8 cm DVD-RAM disc or 8 cm DVD-R disc.Using disc allows you to record without overwriting previous recordings, and also to store your valuable recordings for as long as need be while retaining clarity. With disc you can immediately access recording and playback, in contrast to videotape, which must be fast-forwarded or rewound.In addition, simply loading a DVD-RAM disc into a PC equipped with DVD-RAM drive and DVD video recording software compatible with 8 cm DVD-RAM allows you to easily view the recorded disc.You can finalize a recorded DVD-R disc on this DVD Palmcorder so that you can play it back on a DVD player or DVD video recorder that is compatible with 8 cm DVD-R disc (however, the finalized DVD-R disc may not be usable on some DVD players).

Recording Movie and Still

The DVD Palmcorder can record movies of events and sports, in the same way as with conventional camcorders. It can also record stills on a DVD-RAM disc or card, as with a digital still camera. With CCD of 680,000 pixels, high-quality movies and stills (on DVD-RAM disc only) can be recorded. When recording movies, subject images can be zoomed up to 240 times; when recording stills, subject images can be zoomed up to 40 times. Movies and stills can be recorded on the same disc, by simply switching the recording mode (power switch). However, if you use a DVD-R disc, a still image cannot be recorded. (If the DVD Palmcorder is connected to PC, the DVD Palmcorder can capture still images, such as JPEG data.)

Function Reference page

Scene

Delete 103

Lock 112

DPOF 113

Select Start → Current 114

Current → End 114

All 114

Detail 115

Go ToTop 127

End 127

CardCapacity 128

Format Card 129

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Immediate Reviewing of Recorded Image

You can check the recorded movie or still in the viewfinder or on the LCD screen.

Editing in Various Ways on DVD Palmcorder Alone

Using the Disc Navigation feature simple editing can be performed. Segments can be shortened or rearranged and simple titles can be added. In general, your PC’s media player will not be capable of playing recordings made on this unit without the use of additional third party software.

Using with Various Devices

Connect this DVD Palmcorder to your TV and you can enjoy the playback picture with your family and friends on a large TV screen; or connect it to a video printer (generally available) to print the recorded image. You can also transfer recorded movies and stills (for DVD-RAM disc or card) to PC.


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SetupsThis section explains preparations for recording - setting up the DVD Palmcorder and battery pack.

Setting Up the DVD Palmcorder

Attaching adjuster (securing tab)

1 Pass the belt through the attachment part of DVD Palmcorder.

2 Pass the belt through the adjuster (securing tab).

3 Adjust the length of hand strap.

Holding DVD Palmcoder

To use as a Grip BeltInsert your right hand from the bottom of DVD Palmcorder up to the base of your thumb.

Put your hand in a position where you can easily operate the REC button and the Zoom lever.Adjust the length of grip belt so that the DVD Palmcorder is stable when you press the REC button with your thumb.

Note:Note:Do not adjust the grip belt while holding the DVD Palmcorder: Doing this could cause the DVD Palmcorder to fall and be damaged.

1

2

3

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To use as a Hand StrapUsing the Grip Belt as the hand strap makes it easier to carry the DVD Palmcorder.

1 Detach the tip of the Grip Belt from the Lens Cap String Holder and adjust the length of it.

2 Attach the Grip Belt around your wrist.

Attaching Shoulder Belt

Attaching Lens Cap

Pass the provided string through the hole in the Grip Belt Attachment part and pass it through the hole in the lens cap.

1 Pass the one end of the Lens Cap String through the hole in the Grip Belt Attachment part. Then pass the other end of the String through the loop made by the string itself and pull tight.

2 Pass the end of the Lens Cap String through the Lens cap string holder. Then pass the Lens cap through the Lens Cap String.

3 Push the both sides of cap inward and attach it over the lens.

Note:Note:• Always keep the lens cap on when not using the DVD

Palmcorder, to protect the lens.• When recording, attach the lens cap to the grip belt by

hooking the tab inside the cap onto strap for comfortable shooting.

Pass the Shoulder belt through the Shoulder belt attachments.

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Inserting Battery into Remote Controller

Insert the provided button type battery into remote controller.

1 Slide the cover to remove it.

2 Insert the button type battery with the positive � terminal facing up.

3 Slide the cover to close it.

Note:Note:The life of the button type battery is approximately one year. If the battery is discharged, no operation is possible with remote controller: Replace the battery.

Removing Battery from Remote Controller

1 While pushing the battery stopper, slide the battery out.

Warning:• KEEP THE BATTERY AWAY FROM CHILDREN AND

PETS.• IF SWALLOWED CONSULT A PHYSICIAN

IMMEDIATELY FOR EMERGENCY TREATMENT.• BATTERY MAY EXPLODE IF NOT HANDLED

PROPERLY. DO NOT RECHARGE, DISASSEMBLE OR DISPOSE OF IN FIRE.

Note:Note:• Dispose of battery safely in accordance with local laws.

Do not dispose of in fire.• Do not short circuit the battery.• Do not hold the battery with metallic tweezers.• Keep the battery in a dark, cool, dry place.

Battery stopper

Battery stopper

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●Using Remote ControllerPoint the remote controller to the infrared receiver on the DVD Palmcorder. The remote controllable distance is up to 16 feet (5 m).

Note:Note:• When using the remote controller, make sure that the

infrared receiver on DVD Palmcorder is not exposed to direct sunlight or any intense light. If the infrared receiver is subject to light stronger than the infrared light from remote controller, the DVD Palmcorder cannot be operated by remote controller.

• If there is an obstacle between the remote control and infrared receiver on DVD Palmcorder, remote control may not be possible.

• The DVD Palmcorder uses the “VCR2” remote control code of Panasonic VCRs. If you use a Panasonic VCR, etc. with remote control code set to “VCR2”, a VCR placed near the DVD Palmcorder will also be operated by the remote controller: To prevent this, change the remote control code of the VCR.

10˚

10˚

15˚

15˚

Approx. 16 fe

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Setting Up the Battery PackThe CGA-DU14A battery pack provided with this DVD Palmcorder has not been charged at purchase time: Charge it before using the DVD Palmcorder.

Note:Note:• Be sure to use the specified battery pack CGA-DU14A (provided) for the DVD Palmcorder: Using other batteries could

cause the DVD Palmcorder to malfunction, or result in fire.• Be sure to use the specified AC adapter/charger to charge the battery pack: Using other chargers could cause electric

shock or fire.• Charge the battery pack at temperatures of 50 - 86ºF (10-30°C).

Charging Battery Pack

Use the provided AC adapter/charger to charge the battery pack.

1 Connect the power cable to AC adapter/charger.

2 Plug the power cable into AC outlet.

The CHARGE indicator on AC adapter/charger will light.

3 Attach the battery pack to AC adapter/charger.

Note:Note:When charging a battery pack, unplug the DC cord from the DC output jack on AC adapter/charger.

●Battery pack charged statusYou can find out the charged status of battery pack by checking the CHARGE indicator on AC adapter/charger:

Note:Note:See “Troubleshooting” on page 157 when the CHARGE indicator blinks.

Power cable

POWER and CHARGE indicators

AC adapter/charger

Battery pack

Charge status CHARGE indicator

During charge Lit

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Attaching Battery Pack to DVD Palmcorder

1 Fit the battery pack to the battery attachment platform on this DVD Palmcorder and slide it upward until a click is heard.

Note:Note:• Make sure that the battery pack is in the correct

orientation.• Make sure that the battery pack is securely attached:

Incomplete attachment could cause the battery pack to fall, resulting in damage.

Removing Battery Pack

After using the DVD Palmcorder, remove the battery pack from it.

1 Slide the BATTERY EJECT switch on the bottom of DVD Palmcorder: The battery pack can be removed.

Note:Note:• For safety, be sure to turn the DVD Palmcorder off before

attaching or removing the battery pack.• Be careful not to drop the removed battery pack.• If the battery remains attached, minute level current will

flow even if the DVD Palmcorder is off, and the battery pack will discharge.

Terminal must face up.

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●Recordable time with fully charged battery pack (with no zoom operation, etc.)

The reference for DVD Palmcorder recordable time with fully charged battery pack is between 40 and 60 minutes [with model CGA-DU14A]:

*1 The time in XTRA mode is only for reference: It varies depending on recording contents.

*2 LPCM mode can be set only when DVD-R disc is used.

Continuous Recording (without zoom):The continuously recordable time of DVD Palmcorder in the left table shows the time available when the DVD Palmcorder is in the recording mode without using any other function after recording is started. In actual recording, the battery pack will discharge 2-3 times faster than this reference, since the REC button and zoom are being operated, and playback is performed. Assume that the recordable time with a fully charged battery pack is between 40 and 60 minutes [with model CGA-DU14A], and prepare the type and number of batteries to allow for the time you are planning to record on the DVD Palmcorder.Note that the battery pack discharges faster in cold places.

●The time taken for charging the battery pack is as follows [at 77ºF (25 ºC)]

Note:Note:• See page 157 when charging is not possible.• The charge time will vary depending on the battery

remaining level.• During and after charging, the battery pack will be warm,

but this does not indicate a fault.• If the following phenomena appear, the battery pack

may be dead: Replace it.- Charging does not start within 10 seconds (the

CHARGE indicator does not light).- The battery pack cannot be charged up to 75% if more

than 9 hours has elapsed after charging started.- The battery pack cannot be fully charged if more than

5 hours has elapsed after it was charged to 75%.• Charge the battery pack at ambient temperature 50°F to

86°F (10°C to 30°C): Charging at temperatures other than this range could damage the battery pack.

Video quality mode

CGA-DU14A

DVD-RAM disc

DVD-R disc

XTRA*1 When using viewfinder

approx.125 min −

When using LCD monitor

approx.100 min −

FINE When using viewfinder

approx.125 min

approx. 125 min


approx. 100 min

approx. 100 min

STD When using viewfinder

approx. 145 min

approx. 145 min


approx. 115 min

approx. 115 min

LPCM*2 When using viewfinder − approx.

125 min

When using LCD monitor − approx.

100 min

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Battery Remaining Level Indicator

When the battery pack is used to power the DVD Palmcorder, the battery remaining level appears in the viewfinder or on the LCD screen as follows:

Note:Note:• If you use the optional CGA-DU07A battery pack at low temperatures, “�” may not appear, and the battery usable

time may be shorter.• If you use the provided CGA-DU14A battery pack, the remaining level indicator “�” may be displayed for an extended

period, and “�” or “�” may be displayed for a shorter period.

Efficient Use of Battery Pack

Charge battery pack immediately before using DVD Palmcorder:The battery pack will slightly discharge even if it is detached from the DVD Palmcorder. If the battery pack is left attached to DVD Palmcorder, it will consume a slight amount of power.

Important Note:Therefore, it is recommended that you charge the battery pack shortly before using the DVD Palmcorder, usually on the day before you plan to use it.Since the battery pack used for this DVD Palmcorder is free from the memory effect, you do not need to completely discharge the battery pack before charging it.

When not using the DVD Palmcorder for an extended period:It is recommended that you fully charge the battery pack once a year, attach it to DVD Palmcorder and use it up; then remove the battery pack and store it in a cool place again.

Store in cool place:When you are not using the DVD Palmcorder, remove the battery pack and store it in a cool place. If you store it in a place where the temperature is high, the battery life will be shortened. Be especially sure not to store the battery pack in an environment (in a closed vehicle) over 140°F (60°C): Neglecting this could damage the battery pack.

Battery life:The battery life varies greatly depending on the ambient environment and how often the DVD Palmcorder is used. If the usable time of DVD Palmcorder with a fully charged battery pack is noticeably short, the battery pack is probably dead: Purchase a new one.

Power save and discharge of battery pack:It is recommended that you turn the DVD Palmcorder off in status other than recording, since even during recording pause battery power is consumed at the same level as during recording. If, when you specify Power Save On, the recording pause status continues for approximately 5 minutes, the DVD Palmcorder will automatically turn off.To set or release power save, see “Turning DVD Palmcorder Off Automatically (Power Save)” on page 94.

Fully charged Nearly empty

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Using DVD Palmcorder with AC Adapter/Charger

It is recommended that you use the AC adapter/charger to power the DVD Palmcorder from household AC outlet when you perform settings on it, play back or edit images, or use it indoors.

Note:Note:Be sure to use the specified AC adapter/charger to power the DVD Palmcorder. Using other AC adapter/chargers could cause electric shock or result in fire.

1 Connect the power cable to AC adapter/charger.

2 Plug the power cable into AC outlet.

3 Plug one end of DC cord into the DC output jack on AC adapter/charger.

4 Attach the other end of DC cord to the battery attachment platform on DVD Palmcorder.

Note:Note:• The AC adapter/charger can be used around the world.

An AC plug adapter is required in some foreign countries. If you need one, purchase it from your distributor.

• If the CHARGE indicator does not light when the AC adapter/charger is plugged into AC outlet, unplug it from the AC outlet, wait a few moments, and then plug it into the AC outlet again. If the CHARGE indicator still does not light, the AC adapter/charger may be faulty. Unplug it from the AC outlet and consult your dealer.

Power cable

AC adapter/charger

DC cord

AC 200-240V

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Inserting and Removing Disc

Inserting Disc

1 Press down the DISC EJECT button once and release it.

A few moments after the ACCESS/PC indicator blinks, the cover of disc insertion block will open slightly.

2 Gently open the cover by hand until it stops.

3 Insert the disc, in Round DVD Holder, into the disc guide until it stops.

Note that the recording/playback surface of disc must face the inside of DVD Palmcorder. The orientation for inserting the disc into the disc guide is also predetermined: Load the disc correctly, referring to the figure below.

• The disc exposed portion must face in the same direction as the lens, as shown in figure.

• The recording/playback side must face the inside (DVD Palmcorder).

4 Push the section marked “PUSH CLOSE” on the cover of disc insertion block, to close the cover.

5 Turn the DVD Palmcorder on (� VIDEO or � PHOTO).

When “DISC ACCESS” disappears, the DVD Palmcorder is ready for recording.

● Identifying recording/playback sides of disc:

Single sided disc:The recording/playback side is opposite to the printed label.Double-sided disc:The recording/playback side of “SIDE A” is opposite to the “SIDE A” marked side.The recording/playback side of “SIDE B” is the “SIDE A” marked side.

Disc cover

DISC EJECT button

PUSH CLOSE portion

Disc guide

Correct orientation

Incorrect orientation

Incorrect orientation

“SIDE A” mark

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Note:Note:• Disc cannot be inserted or removed unless the battery

pack or AC adapter/charger is connected to DVD Palmcorder.

• See page 78 for how to set disc in Round DVD Holder.• If there is some delay before recording starts, refer to

page 148.• The disc insertion orientation is predetermined: Forcibly

inserting a disc in wrong orientation could damage the DVD Palmcorder or Round DVD Holder of disc.

• If the disc is not correctly inserted, the cover will not close. Never try to forcibly close the cover: This could cause damage. Reinsert the disc properly.

• If a single-sided disc is inserted into DVD Palmcorder with the printed label facing the inside, an error message will appear. Remove the disc and reinsert it with its recording/playback side facing the inside. See “Error Messages” on page 150.

●When using brand-new DVD-R discRecognition of the disc will start.The messages on the right will appear in sequence by pressing the � button between messages.

When recording on this DVD Palmcorder:When final message “Format the disc now?” appears, choose “YES” and then press the � button. The disc will be automatically formatted. When formatting is complete, “DVD-R disc, Video mode cannot be changed” will appear (See page 153): Press the � button to erase the message.Once formatted, a DVD-R disc can no longer be changed to a disc for PC, even if it has not been recorded on this DVD Palmcorder.

Note:Note:See page 88 for movie quality mode.

When recording data from PC:While the above messages are being displayed, press the � button, or when message “Format the disc now?” appears, choose “NO” and then press the � button.If data from PC has not yet been recorded, the disc can be made usable on this DVD Palmcorder. When inserting the disc into this DVD Palmcorder, the same message will appear: If you wish to use it on this DVD Palmcorder, choose “YES”.

Note:Note:Do not initialize a disc on which you wish to record data created using the application (MyDVD) of PC.

NEXT

D i s c i s n o t f o r m a t t e d .

p o s s i b l e t o u s e f o r c a m e r a .I f i t f o r m a t s , i t b e c o m e s

F o r ma t D i s c

CANCEL

ENTER

F o r m a t t h e d i s c n o w ?

F o r ma t D i s c

YES NO

NEXT

F o r ma t D i s c

CANCEL

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Removing Disc

1 Set the power switch to “POWER OFF” to turn the DVD Palmcorder off.

2 Press down the DISC EJECT button once and release it.

In a moment, the cover of disc insertion block will open slightly.

3 Gently open the cover until it stops.

When the cover is fully open, the disc will slightly come out from the disc guide, and stop.

4 Remove the disc.

Hold the top of Round DVD Holder as shown in the illustration and gently pull it out.Note:• Be careful not to touch the disc exposed portion when

removing the disc.

5 Gently push the section indicated “PUSH CLOSE” on the cover of disc insertion block (on side), to close the cover.

Note:Note:• It is recommended that you turn the DVD Palmcorder off

when inserting or removing disc, in order to prevent faulty operation.

• Even after the DVD Palmcorder is turned on, the disc can be removed unless it is in recording status. Hold down the DISC EJECT button for approximately 2 seconds, and then release it to remove the disc. (The DISC EJECT indicator on the LCD screen will blink.) It is recommended that you turn the DVD Palmcorder off before inserting or removing disc to prevent misoperation.

• Do not detach the battery pack or AC adapter/charger until the DVD Palmcorder is completely turned off.

• Do not insert anything other than the 8 cm DVD-RAM or DVD-R disc into the disc insertion block: Doing so could cause malfunctions.

• Set the power switch to “POWER OFF” to turn the DVD Palmcorder off.

• When inserting or removing the disc, be careful not to touch the inside of DVD Palmcorder (especially, the lens of laser pickup).

• When inserting or removing the disc, connect a charged battery pack or AC adapter/charger to the DVD Palmcorder: The disc cover will not open unless the DVD Palmcorder is powered.

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Inserting and Removing CardBefore inserting or removing card, set the power switch to “POWER OFF” to turn the DVD Palmcorder off.

1 Inserting Card Open the cover of card insertion block with power turned off.

2 Insert card with its contacts inward until it locks.

Removing CardPush the center of card edge: The card will come out so that it can be held by fingers.

3 Close the cover of card insertion block.

Note:Note:Do not push the label pasting portion of SD Memory Card when removing it: Doing so could damage the SD Memory Card.

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Basic TechniquesThis section explains about recording of movies and still images, and also basic settings on DVD Palmcorder.

Basic Operation of DVD Palmcorder

Turning DVD Palmcorder On or Off

While holding down the red button at the center of power switch, set the switch according to each recording function:

Power ON statusDuring playback, set the power switch to “� VIDEO” or “� PHOTO” when using disc, or set it to “� PHOTO” when using card.Turn the switch while holding down the red button at the center of switch.

Note:• Once you turn the DVD Palmcorder on to let it recognize

the disc, you can immediately record or play back by turning the DVD Palmcorder on again. However, if you remove the disc, replace it, or if the date changes after power is turned on, it will take some time for the DVD Palmcorder to start because it must recognize the disc again (See page 148).

• It will take some time for the DVD Palmcorder to display the Disc navigation screen after power is turned on.

• If you turn the DVD Palmcorder on, the ACCESS indicator will light or blink to show that the DVD Palmcorder is recognizing the disc or card: During this time, no operation, such as recording, can be performed.After several seconds, the ACCESS indicator will go out, and operating the DVD Palmcorder will be possible.

• When the DVD Palmcorder is turned on, the self-diagnosis function will work and a message may appear. In this case, refer to “Error Messages” on page 150 and take corrective action.

• While the ACCESS/PC or CARD ACCESS indicator is lit or blinking, do not violently open or close the LCD monitor.

Set to “� PHOTO”:To record still on DVD-RAM disc

Set to “� VIDEO”:To record movie on DVD-RAM or DVD-R disc

Set to “POWER OFF”:The DVD Palmcorder will turn off.

Set to “� PHOTO”:To record still on SD Memory Card or MultiMediaCard

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Viewing Subject Through Viewfinder

1 Pull out the viewfinder.

2 Turn the diopter control knob to adjust the focus to suit your eyesight.

Note:• If the LCD monitor is open approximately 90°, the

viewfinder will be off.• Focusing will not be correct unless the viewfinder is

pulled out.

Viewing Image on LCD Monitor Screen

If you open the LCD monitor, you can monitor subject image on the LCD screen.

1 Open the LCD monitor.

The LCD monitor has a portion where you can hook your finger. Hook the finger there to open the monitor.

●Range where the LCD monitor can be moved

The LCD monitor can be opened up to approximately 90º.If the LCD monitor is open 90°, it can be tilted with the screen down as much as 90°, and can also be tilted with screen up and turned up to 180° so the screen faces in the same direction as the lens.

If the LCD monitor is turned 180° so the screen faces in the same direction as the lens during recording, subject image will also appear in the viewfinder as an mirror image (left/right reversed).Tilt the LCD monitor to adjust its vertical angle so that you can see the screen easily.

Note:• Be sure to open the LCD monitor approximately 90º

before changing its vertical angle.• Do not record for a prolonged time with the LCD monitor

turned approximately 180º in close contact with the DVD Palmcorder body: Doing this could cause the DVD Palmcorder and LCD monitor to become hot.

Diopter control

Pull out the viewfinder.

180˚

90˚

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Closing LCD Monitor

Before closing the LCD monitor, be sure to reset it at right angles to the DVD Palmcorder.

Replace the LCD monitor on the DVD Palmcorder with the LCD screen facing inward until a click is heard.

Note:• Be sure to return the LCD monitor at right angles to the

DVD Palmcorder before closing it or replacing it on the DVD Palmcorder with its screen facing outside. If the LCD monitor is tilted, it cannot be closed to the DVD Palmcorder.

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Setting Date and TimeSet the current date and time so that the date and time you make a recording can be recorded correctly.The following procedure can also be used to correct the date and time you have already set.

1 Turn the DVD Palmcorder on.

2 Press the MENU button.

The menu screen will appear.

3 Use the joystick to choose “Date Setup” and then “Date Set”.

4 Tilt the joystick to the right.

The figure for the month will be selected.[The digit that is highlighted first depends on the date display format (set up in Date Mode): The digit on the left end of the date display will be first highlighted.]Note:After setting the figure for the month, tilt the joystick to the right to select the digit to be set. If you press the � button after selecting the figure for the month, the screen for verifying the set date will appear instead of screen for setting day, year or time.

5 Tilt the joystick to the left or the right to select the digit you want to set in sequence.

Tilt the joystick up or down to select the number for current date/time, and then repeat step 5 to set the current date and time.Note:To stop date/time setting midway, press the � button.

6 After setting the current date and time, press the � button.

The screen for verifying the set date will appear.

7 If the displayed date and time are correct, use the joystick to choose “YES”, and then press the � button.

The date and time will be set, and the DVD Palmcorder will enter the recording pause status.Choosing “NO” will restore the menu screen.

Important Note:This DVD Palmcorder incorporates a rechargeable battery to store the date and time in memory. If this built-in battery is exhausted, the date and time will be reset. To prevent this, connect the AC adapter/charger to DVD Palmcorder every 3 months, and leave them for at least 24 hours with the DVD Palmcorder turned off: The built-in battery will be charged.

Tilt up/down and to left/right to select, and then press � to designate.

Came r a F u n c t i on s S e t u pP r o g r am AE : A u t oWh i t e Ba l . : A u t o

D i g . Z o om : 4 0 xW i n d C u t : O f f

E I S : On

ENTER RETURN RAM

Da t e Se t u p

RAM

Da t e ModeDa t e Se t JAN 1 2 0 0 3

ENTER RETURN

12: 00AM

Da t e Se t u p

RAM

Da t e Mode

ENTER RETURN

12: 00AMDa t e Se t JAN 1 2 0 0 3

Da t e Se t u p

RAM

8 : 00AM

Da t e Mode

ENTER RETURN

Da t e Se t SEP 3 0 2 0 0 3

ENTER RAM

SEP 3 0 2003 8 : 0 0AMDa t e s e t u p?

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Changing Display Format of Date and Time

You can select one of three date display formats: month/day/year, day/month/year or year/month/day. Associated with the selected date display, the time display format will also change as follows:


The menu screen will appear.

2 Use the joystick to choose “Date Mode” on the “Date Setup” menu screen, and then press the � button.

The options will appear on the right of “Date Mode”: The �mark will be attached to the currently selected option.

3 Use the joystick to select the desired date display format, and then press the � button.

The menu screen for setting date will be restored, and the “Date Mode” has been changed as you designated.

4 Press the MENU button to switch off the menu screen.

Note:If the date display format has been changed, the display format during playback as well as during recording will also be changed (See page 64).

Display format Example of display

M/D/Y 5:00PMSEP 30 2003

D/M/Y 17:0030. 9.2003

Y/M/D 17:002003. 9.30

Da t e Se t u p

RAM

M / D / Y

Y / M / D

Da t e Mode

ENTER RETURN

Da t e Se t D / M / Y

Da t e Se t u p

RAM

Da t e Mode

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Recording Movie

Insert a recordable DVD-RAM or DVD-R disc into this DVD Palmcorder.


Set the power switch to “� VIDEO” to turn the DVD Palmcorder on.After the ACCESS/PC indicator goes out, perform the subsequent operation:

2 Check the subject on the screen (viewfinder or LCD).

If using the viewfinder, pull it out.

3 Press the REC button.

The “�” mark in the viewfinder or on the LCD screen will change to the “�” mark, and recording will start.During recording, the recording indicator on the front of DVD Palmcorder will light.Pressing REC again during recording will set the DVD Palmcorder to the recording pause status.

4 When recording is finished, turn the DVD Palmcorder off.

Note:• See page 148 when recording movie is not possible.• See page 148 if it takes some time before recording is

possible.• See page 64 for on-screen information display.• It is recommended that you use DVD-RAM disc from

which recorded contents can be deleted.• Sound is recorded from the stereo microphone on the

front of DVD Palmcorder: Take care that this microphone is not blocked.

• You can press the REC button immediately after the DVD Palmcorder enters the recording pause status, but no further recording can be made while “DISC ACCESS” is being displayed.

• Recording will restart after the message disappears.• Take care that power is not interrupted while the

ACCESS/PC indicator is blinking.• The minimum recordable time of movie is approximately

3 seconds.• See page 95 for setting of Record LED (recording

indicator) On/Off.• For various functions available during recording, see

“Setting Up Camera Functions” on page 82.• Panasonic cannot be responsible for video and audio that

cannot be recorded or edited because of any defect.• The power switch can be changed over even during

recording, but the operation will not be changed.• Each time the DVD Palmcorder enters the recording

pause status, the counter display will be reset to “0:00:00”.

• When using DVD-R disc, do not perform the following, or data on the disc may not be read:- Using another device, doing additional recording on

DVD-R disc recorded on this DVD Palmcorder- Using this DVD Palmcorder, doing additional recording

on DVD-R disc recorded on another device

Power switch

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●Power save and discharge of batteryIf, when “Power Save: On” is specified, the DVD Palmcorder is left in the recording pause status for approximately 5 minutes, it will automatically turn off.To restart recording, set the power switch to “POWER OFF”, and then set it to “� VIDEO”.To set or release power save, see “Turning DVD Palmcorder Off Automatically (Power Save)” on page 94.It is recommended that you specify “Power Save: On”, since even during recording pause battery power is consumed at the same level as during recording. Especially when power save has been released, turn the DVD Palmcorder off when not in use.


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Using External Microphone

Connect external microphone (optional-user provided) to the external microphone jack of this DVD Palmcorder. Clearer sound can be recorded. Turn on the switch on microphone and start recording. For details on microphone, see “Major Specifications” on page 165.

Note:• If the AV/S input/output cable is plugged in, you cannot use external microphone: Unplug the AV/S input/output cable

to use the external microphone.• This DVD Palmcorder cannot use a plug-in power type microphone (power supplied from camcorder).

●Attaching Ferrite CoreAlthough no ferrite core is attached in the illustrations of the cables in text, be sure to attach the provided core to the external microphone cable using the following procedure:

1 Open the cover of ferrite core.

2 Attach the core to external microphone cable at a position approximately 1-15/16” (5 cm) from its end.

3 Close the cover of core, taking care that it does not catch the external microphone cable.

Note:• The Ferrite Core must be installed to minimize RF

interference and/or electrical noise that may be picked up by the external microphone cord. It should be installed as close to the plug as possible- as illustrated.

A/V

MC

To external microphone jack

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Recording Stills

Note:Recording of still images is possible on DVD-RAM disc and card.


When using DVD-RAM disc:Set the power switch to “� PHOTO”.When using card:Set the power switch to “� PHOTO”.

After the ACCESS indicator goes out, perform the subsequent operation:

2 Check the subject on the screen (viewfinder or LCD).


The DVD Palmcorder automatically focuses on the subject at the center of screen (when auto focus is selected).

The screen will be black, and then the recorded still will be displayed. When the “�” mark appears, you can proceed with the next recording; while “DISC ACCESS” or “CARD ACCESS” is being displayed, you cannot proceed with the next recording.

4 Set the power switch to “POWER OFF” to turn the DVD Palmcorder off.

Note:• See “Still recording quality” on page 56 for details of stills

on card.• Do not operate the power switch or remove the card while

the ACCESS/PC or CARD ACCESS indicator is lit or blinking: Doing so may damage the card or the data on card.

ACCESS/PC indicator


Power switch

8 : 0 0 AMS E P 3 0 2 0 0 3

9 9 9REMStill recording mode

Number of recordable stills

(When using DVD-RAM disc)

FINE

9 9 9REM

8 : 0 0 AMS E P 3 0 2 0 0 3

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●Still recording qualityThe DVD Palmcorder can record JPEG stills of 640×480 pixels.

Although still images are recorded on DVD-RAM disc only in the FINE mode, the quality mode can be chosen when recording stills on card.

[Still recording quality on card]

* See page 29 for the number of recordable stills.

Note:• The DVD Palmcorder automatically sets the shutter

speed between 1/800 and 1/30 second (between 1/800 and 1/10 second if Program AE has been set to Low Light) depending on the subject brightness.

• See “Switching Quality of Still Image (Quality)” on page 89 if you want to change the still quality mode.

Quality File size Application

FINE Approx. 128 KB When image quality is prioritized

NORM Approx. 64 KB Standard

ECO Approx. 32 KB When number of stills is prioritized (quality will be slightly inferior)


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Zooming

This DVD Palmcorder allows you to record using optical 10-power zoom and digital zoom.

Move the zoom lever to “T” control side, and the subject image will gradually become telescopic: Move the zoom lever to “W” control side, and the image will widen.

If Dig. Zoom 40× or 240× is specified, moving the zoom lever down to “T” control side will engage the digital zoom midway (See page 86).

Note:• The setting of digital zoom 240× is effective only during

movie recording.• If you set zoom to 240× when recording still, the digital

zoom will be up to 40×.• When a subject is zoomed (10x or more), it may be

momentarily out of focus.• When digital zoom is engaged (10x or more), the image

quality will be rougher.• If the zoom ratio is frequently changed at short intervals,

the recorded image will be unclear.

Recording in wide area

Recording enlarged image

3 0 MIN0 : 0 0 : 0 0REM

FINE8 : 0 0 AM

S E P 3 0 2 0 0 3

Zooming

Zoom In

Digital zoom range

Zoom Out

1 × 10 × 40 × 240 ×

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Macro Recording

Use the macro function when recording a small object from close-up position: You can shoot the subject as close as approximately 13/16” (2 cm) from the lens surface, magnifying the image to fill the screen.

1 Aim the DVD Palmcorder at the subject, and press down the zoom lever to “W” control side.

Note:• Zoom can be used, but the subject may not be focused,

depending on the distance to the subject. In this case, move the zoom to “W” control side to focus.

• The amount of light tends to be insufficient during macro recording: If the subject image is too dark, use additional lighting.

Using Conversion Lens (Optional-User Provided)

Use optional-user provided tele-conversion lens or wide-conversion lens with filter diameter of 30.5 mm. Remove the lens hood on the top surface of lens, and then attach the conversion lens over the lens.

Note:The four corners of screen may be dim depending on the conversion lens used.

(Attach)

Conversion lensLens hood

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Manually Focusing Subject

The DVD Palmcorder measures the distance to a subject viewed at the center of screen and automatically focuses on it. If it is difficult to automatically focus the subject, adjust the focus manually.

Focusing During Recording

This DVD Palmcorder automatically focuses a subject at the center of screen (auto-focus).When the DVD Palmcorder is turned on, auto-focus will always be set.

Focusing rangeYou can switch the display mode of on-screen information:

• On T (tele) side: approximately 3.6 feet (1 m) from lens surface to infinity• On W (wide) side: approximately 13/16” (2 cm) from lens surface to infinity

1 Press the FOCUS button during recording.

“MF” will appear on the screen.

2 Press the zoom lever down to “T” control side to zoom in on subject.

3 Use the � � buttons to adjust the focus, while viewing the image in the viewfinder or on the LCD screen.

Note:• Pressing FOCUS will alternate between manual focus

and auto focus. With auto focus, no indication will appear on the screen.

• Be sure to zoom in on your subject before manually focusing on it. If you bring the subject into focus at the “W” control side, focus will be faulty when you turn the zoom lever to the “T” control side to zoom in on the subject.

• Manual focus setting will be stored in memory even when the DVD Palmcorder is turned off.

3 0 MIN0 : 0 0 : 0 0REM

FINE8 : 0 0 AM

S E P 3 0 2 0 0 3

Manual Focus icon

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Manually focus the following objects, which may not be automatically focused (See page 59):

Objects not in the center of screen

Objects moving rapidly

Object behind glass with water droplets, dirt on it

Objects that are far and near at the same time

Objects with little variation in brightness, such as white wall

Dark objects

Night view

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Adjusting Exposure Manually

This DVD Palmcorder measures the subject brightness and automatically adjusts the exposure. You can also adjust the exposure manually.

1 Press the EXPOSURE button during recording.

The exposure indicator will appear on the screen.

2 Use the � � buttons to adjust the exposure, while viewing the image in the viewfinder or on the LCD screen.

Note:• Pressing EXPOSURE will alternate between manual

adjustment and auto exposure. With auto exposure, no indication will appear on the screen.

• The exposure setting will be stored in memory even when the DVD Palmcorder is turned off.

8 : 0 0 AMS E P 3 0 2 0 0 3

3 0 MIN0 : 0 0 : 0 0REM

FINE

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Compensating for Backlight

When subject is lighted from rear, this function will compensate for lighting so that the subject is not too dark.

1 Press the BACK LIGHT button during recording.

The backlight correction icon will appear.

Note:• Pressing the BACK LIGHT button will alternate between

backlight setting between on and off.• The backlight setting will automatically return to “off”

when the DVD Palmcorder is turned off.

3 0 MIN0 : 0 0 : 0 0REM

FINE8 : 0 0 AM

S E P 3 0 2 0 0 3

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Using Auto Function

Pressing the AUTO button will fully automate the camera functions.

1 Press the AUTO button.

The following settings will reset to defaults:

Function When setting full auto

Program AE Auto

White balance Auto

Exposure Auto

Focus Auto


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On-Screen Information

Various types of information will appear in the viewfinder or on the LCD screen during recording.

Information Display During Recording

1. Recording mode� : Movie� : Still�� : External input still (field) �� : External input still (frame)

2. Program AE (only in movie recording mode)No display: Auto

� : Sports� : Portrait� : Spotlight� : Surf & Snow� : Low Light

3. White balanceNo display: Auto

� : Set� : Outdoor : Indoor1 : Indoor2

4. Backlight compensationNo display: Backlight compensation OFF

� : Backlight compensation ON5. Manual focus

No display: Autofocus� : Manual focus

6. Wind Cut (only in movie recording mode)No display: Microphone filter OFF

: Microphone filter ON7. Self-timer (only in still recording mode)

No display: Self-timer OFF : Self-timer ON (count is from 10

seconds)8. External Input

L IN : AV input9. Recording status

� : During recording� : During recording pauseNo display*1

10.Electronic image stabilizer (EIS)No display: EIS OFF

� : EIS ON11.Zoom

�

(Digital Zoom: Off)�

(Digital Zoom: 40×)�

(Digital Zoom: 240×, only in movie recording mode)

12.Exposure correction13.Warning message14.Disc/Card type

� : DVD-RAM � : DVD-R � : DVD-RAM (write-protected)� : DVD-R disc already finalized on this

DVD Palmcorder� : DVD-R disc finalized on a device

other than this DVD Palmcorder� : SD Memory Card or MultiMediaCard � : Locked SD Memory CardNo display*2

1 0

8 : 0 0AMS E P 3 0 2 0 0 3

3 0 MIN0 : 0 0 : 0 0

FINE

REC

DISC ACCESS

REM

L IN

The above screen is an example for explanation: It is different from the actual display.

1 2 3 45 6 7

101112

13

1415

9161718

19

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15.Movie recording quality (only when using disc)XTRA : Highest quality (only when using

DVD-RAM disc)LPCM : Highest audio quality (only when

using DVD-R disc)FINE : High qualitySTD : StandardStill recording quality (only when using card)FINE : High qualityNORM : StandardECO : Number of recordable stills is

prioritized16.Movie recording time (only in movie recording

mode)

17.Remaining space on disc/card*3

REM XX MIN*4 : Remaining recordable minutes during movie recording

REM XX*5 : Number of remaining recordable still images during still recording

18.Remaining battery level�(full charge)�

�

�(low remaining charge)19.Brightness/Color density of LCD screen or

Volume:

The volume can be adjusted during external input and playback.

20.Current date/time

*1 When no disc or card is in the DVD Palmcorder, or disc has not yet been initialized, a write-protected disc or locked card, or a disc or card with no remaining space, has been inserted.

*2 When a disc or card that cannot be used in this DVD Palmcorder is inserted*3 No remaining time or number will be displayed with a protected disc or locked card, or finalized DVD-R disc.*4 In XTRA mode, possible recording time may be longer than the displayed time.*5 The displayed number of recordable stills is for reference: The decreasing number may not be correct, depending

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●Switching the information display modeYou can switch the display mode of on-screen information:

Press the DISPLAY button.The full and minimum display modes will alternate.

• Full display mode: All types of information will appear.• Minimum display mode: The recording mode (see 1 on

page 64) and recording status (see 9 on page 64) will appear. If the DVD Palmcorder has warning information, a warning message will appear.

Note:The DVD Palmcorder does not record the date and time as a part of image. However, this information during recording will be recorded with image as data which can be checked on Disc Navigation screen during playback (See “Information Display during Playback” on page 73).

●Display when recording an image of yourselfWhen recording with the LCD screen facing the same direction as the lens, the operating status will appear, and in addition, the battery remaining level will blink when the battery pack has almost no remaining charge.

The following operating status indicator will light or blink to give warning message to user. The message can be checked when returning the LCD monitor 180° to the original status from the status in which the LCD screen was facing the same direction as the lens.

� :The disc has almost no free space.� :Write-protected disc or locked card is loaded.� :You are attempting to record a still on DVD-R

disc.No display :Disc or card that cannot be used has been loaded.� :The disc or card is full, or you are attempting to

record a copy-guarded image.

Note:• If the LCD screen is set facing the same direction as the lens, the LCD screen will display a mirror image (left and right

reversed).• If the LCD screen is set facing the same direction as the lens, you can also view subject image in the viewfinder.• Although you can switch to the manual focus, exposure and on-screen display modes even during recording with LCD

screen facing the same direction as lens, they will not appear on the screen.

Operating status/warning message

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Recording Images from Other AV Devices

You can record images from other AV devices to disc or card in this DVD Palmcorder.

Connecting to Other AV Device

Use the AV/S input/output cable (provided) to connect the DVD Palmcorder to the other AV device as follows:

Note:• If you operate the DVD Palmcorder connected to another

device, always power the camera/recorder from AC outlet using the AC adapter/charger.

• If you use a Panasonic VCR, it will be operated by the remote controller provided with the DVD Palmcorder. When recording an image from a Panasonic VCR, change the remote control code of the VCR to other than “VCR2”.

• This DVD Palmcorder cannot record S-VIDEO input signal.

• If you connect the AV/S input/output cable to the DVD Palmcorder, you can’t use the external microphone jack.

• Reduce the volume of external input sound heard from the built-in speaker: The loud volume may cause noise to enter the recorded image.

To AV input/output jack

AV/S input/output cable (provided)

To video/audio output jacks

Red

YellowWhite

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Recording Images from AV Device

1 Set the input source on the DVD Palmcorder to “LINE (L IN)”.

Switch the input referring to “Input Source” on page 90.

2 Turn on the connected device, and start playback.

The picture will appear on the LCD screen or viewfinder of this DVD Palmcorder.


Recording will start on this DVD Palmcorder.The operation of this line-input recording is the same as for recording movie.

Note:• The recorded contents can be played back in the same

manner as when playing back camera images recorded on this DVD Palmcorder.

• Still images can also be recorded on DVD-RAM disc or card. See “Switching External Input Recording Method (PHOTO Input)” on page 90 for details, and “Recording Stills” on page 55 for how to record still images.

• The “Input Source” setting will return to “CAMERA” whenever DVD Palmcorder is turned off.

• Recording of most images is prohibited by the copy-guard signal to protect the copyright, except for images recorded on camcorders for personal enjoyment. “COPY PROTECTED” appears in these images: They cannot be recorded on this DVD Palmcorder.Typical copyright protected images include those of DVD video, LD, recorded video tapes, some parts of digital satellite broadcasts, etc.

• If a video signal that cannot be read by this DVD Palmcorder is present - even in images recorded on camcorder for personal enjoyment without copy-guard signal - the input image may not be recorded normally.

• If the input signal is interrupted by switching the channel on TV or switching the signal using video selector, normal recording cannot be performed.

3 0 MIN0 : 0 0 : 0 0REM

FINE

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Playing Back

��Immediately Checking Recorded SceneYou can check your recording immediately on the spot.

1 Press � button in the recording pause status.

The DVD Palmcorder will enter the playback mode, and the scene you have recorded last will be played back.When playback is finished, the DVD Palmcorder will enter the pause status at the last image on disc.If the playback pause status continues for as long as 5 minutes, the DVD Palmcorder will automatically return to the recording pause status.

2 Press the � button.

Playback will stop, and recording pause status will be restored.

Note:• If the LCD monitor is open during playback of movie,

playback sound will be heard from the speaker. Adjust the sound volume using the volume control buttons (�, �).

• To temporarily stop playback, press the � button. Press the � button again to restart playback.

• Even if you stop playback midway and immediately start recording again, the new image will be recorded after the last scene on disc or card (the previous images will not be overwritten).

• This DVD Palmcorder can play back image data recorded on other digital cameras conforming to the DCF (Design rule for Camera File system) standard. The range of image data normally playable on this DVD Palmcorder is that with pixels from 80 horizontal x 60 vertical to 4000 horizontal x 3000 vertical. If the pixel data exceeds this range, blue thumbnails will appear (see Fig. 1) indicating the image is unplayable. Playback may also be impossible even if the pixel data is within this range.

• When playing back a still with a large number of pixels on card, “Playback.” will appear, and it will take some time for the still to appear.

• Depending on the amount of data to be played back, it may take some time for the playback image to appear.

• Do not operate the power switch or remove the card while the ACCESS/PC or CARD ACCESS indicator is lit or blinking: Doing so may damage the card or the data on card.


1/ 6A l l scenes

PLAY

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��Playback from Start of Disc or CardUse the Go To function (P. 72) or Disc Navigation function (P. 97) to play back from the start of disc or card.

��Search Playback of MovieDuring playback, tilt the joystick to right or left and hold it: Search playback will start.� Tilt and hold: Scenes will be visually scanned

forward� Tilt and hold: Scenes will be visually scanned

backwardRelease the joystick when you find the desired image: Normal playback will start from that point.

Note:• When you skip or search scenes from playback or

playback pause, the screen will be dark briefly.• See page 148 if search playback does not operate

normally.

��Frame Advance/Frame Back/Slow Playback of MovieDuring playback pause, tilt the joystick: Frame advance, frame back or slow playback will start.� Tilt once : Picture will advance one frame.� Tilt once : Picture will go back one frame.� Tilt and hold : Forward slow playback� Tilt and hold : Reverse slow playbackAfter frame advance, frame back or slow playback, the DVD Palmcorder will enter the playback pause status.

Note:• In forward slow, a rapidly moving subject image may be

distorted.• The intervals for playing back frames in frame advance/

frame back/slow playback are as follows:Frame advance and forward slow: Approx. 0.03 secondsFrame back and reverse slow: Approx. 0.5 seconds

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��Skip Playback of MovieDuring playback, tilt the joystick up or down to locate the start of desired scene.� Tilt once : To skip to the first image of the

scene following the one being played back, and start playback.

� Tilt once : To return to the first image of the scene being played back, and start playback.

� Tilt and hold : To continuously locate the beginnings of scenes, starting from the scene following the scene being played back. When the desired image appears, release the joystick: Playback will start from that point.

� Tilt and hold : To continuously locate the beginnings of scenes backward, starting from the scene preceding the scene currently being played back. When the desired image appears, release the joystick: Playback will start from that point.

Note:• If you perform skip playback during playback pause, the

DVD Palmcorder will enter the playback pause status at the beginning of the located scene.

• Tilting down in the last scene on disc will set the DVD Palmcorder to the playback pause status at the last image.

• See page 148 if skip playback does not operate normally.

��Playing Back StillsTilt the joystick up or down during playback to quickly play back stills in sequence.� Tilt once: To display stills one by one forward� Tilt once: To display stills one by one backward

[When using disc]Releasing the joystick will start continuous playback.

[When using card]When the joystick is released, the photo at that point will be displayed, and then the DVD Palmcorder will enter the playback pause status.Set the slide show function for continuous display (P. 133).

Portion being played back

Tilt up twice Tilt up once Tilt down once Tilt down twice

Tilt up once Tilt down once Tilt down twice

Scene 1 Scene 2 Scene 3

Scene 1 Scene 2 Scene 3

Portion being played back

Tilting up the joystick at a portion several seconds from the start of scene being played back will return to the start of the scene preceding that being played back.


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��Jumping to Specified Point (Go To)

1 Press the MENU button during playback.

2 Choose the option (point you want to go to), and then press the � button.

Top :To go to the start, and enter playback pause.

End :To go to the end of last scene, and enter playback pause.

Specify :To go to a specified point and enter playback pause. See the following for details.

●Specifying the point to view

1 Choose “Specify” in step 2 above, and then press the � button.

The screen for specifying the point to go to will appear.

2 Use the joystick to select the desired time of chosen point.

� :To select the start.� :To select the end.�� : ·Press once: To move the cursor in 10-

second units (1-still units for card)

·Hold down: To move the cursor in 1-minute units (10-still units for card)

3 Press the � button to enter the selection.

The DVD Palmcorder will go to the specified point and enter the playback pause status.

To cancel the “Go To” procedure midway, press the � button before going to the specified point.

Note:• If multiple scenes are selected using the Disc Navigation

function or SELECT button, choosing “Top” will jump to the beginning of selected scenes (P. 127).

• When multiple scenes are selected, the total time of selected scenes will appear in the “total recording time” display.

• When card is loaded, the number of stills will appear.• The cursor may not move at same-pitch intervals.

Go T o

RAMENTER RETURN

En dS p e c i f y

To p

Go t o

TOP END ENTER CANCELGO TO

0 : 00 : 00 0 : 24 : 240 : 03 : 26

0 : 03 : 26

TOP ENDCURRENT

Position of currently played back image

Total recording time of all selected scenes

Cursor

Cursor position

Go t o

TOP END ENTER CANCEL

TOP

GO TO

ENDCURRENT

0 : 0 0 : 00

0 : 00 : 00 0 : 24 : 240 : 03 : 26

(When the start of scene is selected)

Cursor at current image position.

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On-Screen Information Display

Information Display during Playback

Various types of information on recording will be superimposed on playback image you are viewing.

●Switching the information display mode

Press the DISPLAY button: You can switch the display mode of on-screen information.

When using disc:

When using card:

*1� (VIDEO) or � (PHOTO); Only � (PHOTO) with card.

*2 �� Program or �� Play List*3 Number of program or play list being played

back (not displayed when all programs are being played back)

*4 Refer to “Disc/Card type” on page 64.*5 :Will appear when each function is specified

“On”*6� :Standard playback� :Playback pause� :Forward search playback� :Reverse search playback� :Forward skip playback� :Reverse skip playback :Forward frame advance :Reverse frame backRefer to “Playing Back” beginning on page 69 for how to operate.The “�” mark will appear on the first image on disc.The “�” mark will appear on the last image on disc.

• Recording date/time display: Shows the date/time when recording was started. Even when playback starts, the date/time display will not advance.

• No display: No information will appear. However, when the mode of playback operation is switched, the symbol (�) will appear for approx. 3 seconds.

Note:See “Using Disc Navigation” on page 97 and later for explanation on program and play list.

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No display Playback information display

Recording date/time

RAM00606 0 : 00 : 1 6

Recording mode*1

Scene No. Repeat play*5

Program No. or Play List No.*3

Program or Play List*2

Counter

Disc type*4

Playback operation*6

0 0 3 1 0 0 — 0 0 0 3

Recording mode*1

Scene No. File name Lock*5

DPOF*5

Playback operation*6

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Playback on Other DevicesThis section explains about playback on another AV device, such as TV.

��Connecting to a TV Use the provided AV/S input/output cable to connect the DVD Palmcorder to a TV as follows:

* If your TV has an S-VIDEO input jack, you can connect the S-VIDEO plug to it.

Note:• Using S-VIDEO will deliver clearer playback status.• Before connecting, make sure that the volume on TV is

turned down: Forgetting this may cause howling from the TV speakers.

• Carefully connect the input and output cables to the corresponding connection on the device the DVD Palmcorder is being used with.

To AV input/output jack

AV/S input/output cable (provided)

To video/audio input jacks

RedYellow

White

To S-video input jack*

S-VIDEO VIDEOAUDIO

LRVIDEOAUDIO

LR

VIDEOAUDIO

Stereo Type with S-VIDEO Jack

Stereo Type Monaural Type

Red White

Red

YellowWhite

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��Viewing on TV Screen

1 Turn on the TV and set the input selector to the Input connection the DVD Palmcorder is connected to. This is often refered to as “line”.

Refer to the TV instruction manual for how to switch the TV input.


The image that the DVD Palmcorder is viewing will appear on the TV screen.You can also monitor the image on the LCD screen or viewfinder of the DVD Palmcorder.

3 Perform playback, recording or editing.

You can perform playback, editing or editing on Disc Navigation while checking on TV screen.

Note:• Adjust the volume of sound on TV.• The infrared remote controller is useful when operating

the DVD Palmcorder while viewing an image on TV screen. However, if you use a Panasonic VCR, the remote controller may inadvertently operate the VCR if it is near the DVD Palmcorder. To prevent this, set the remote control code of the VCR to a position other than “VCR2”.

• Information that the DVD Palmcorder is recording will appear on the TV screen: You can also display only part of information or switch off the display. Refer to “Setting OSD Output On or Off (On-Screen Display)” on page 92, and press the DISPLAY button to switch the display status.

• When copy-guarded disc is played back, no image will appear on TV screen.

• If you use TV with wide mode (aspect ratio 16:9) and set the TV to the wide mode, the entire Disc Navigation display may not be displayed on the TV screen. If this happens, release the wide mode setting on TV (see the TV instruction manual for releasing the wide mode).


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�Playback on DVD PlayerYou can play back finalized DVD-R discs on DVD players or other devices that conform to 8 cm DVD-R disc. However, DVD-R discs may not be usable on all those devices.

1 Finalize a recorded DVD-R disc.

You need to finalize a disc to play it back on DVD player: See page 131.No further data can be recorded on finalized disc.Note:Use this DVD Palmcorder to finalize the DVD-R disc recorded on the DVD Palmcorder.

2 Remove the disc from Round DVD Holder.

See “Removing and Replacing from/in Round DVD Holder” on page 77.

3 Insert the disc into the DVD player and play it back.

See the instruction manual for DVD player.

Note:DVD-R discs recorded on this DVD Palmcorder can be basically played back on Panasonic DVD players, but playback on all DVD players is not guaranteed.Playback may not be possible on some DVD players, or it may depend on the recorded status of DVD-R discs: In such cases, play back the DVD-R disc on this DVD Palmcorder.


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��Removing and Replacing from/in Round DVD HolderYou can remove DVD-RAM or DVD-R disc used on this DVD Palmcorder from Round DVD Holder and use the uncovered disc on DVD player, DVD-RAM recorder, drive for PC, etc., which conforms to 8 cm DVD-RAM or 8 cm DVD-R. Removing disc from Round DVD Holder may vary with the disc maker: See the disc instruction sheet. The following explains the disc in Round DVD Holder made by Panasonic.It is recommended that you do not remove the disc from Round DVD Holder until camera recording is finished, in order to avoid getting dirt on disc.

Note:Using discs removed from holders on various devices may not always be possible.

��How to Remove Disc

1 Hold the Round DVD Holder with SIDE A facing up. While pushing the two release levers in the direction of arrows (1) marked on holder, slowly open SIDE A of the holder in the direction of arrows (2), taking care not to drop the disc.

2 Without touching the recording/playback surface, hold the disc edge and center hole to remove it.

1

1

2

2

SIDE A mark

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��Replacing Disc in Round DVD Holder

1 Open SIDE A of the Round DVD Holder, and replace the disc in the holder with the SIDE A mark or label surface facing up, taking care not to touch the disc surface.

2 Close SIDE A of the Round DVD Holder, and push it to lock the release levers at positions (3).

��When the Hinge of Round DVD Holder Comes Off

1 Push the hinged portion of the holder piece marked SIDE A with thumb and middle finger, and warp it in the direction of arrows (4).

2 Fit the hinged portion of the other holder piece into the warped hinge portion.

Note:• Handle the disc carefully so that no scratches, dirt,

fingerprints or dust adheres to the recording/playback surface.

• When not using the Round DVD Holder, store it in a case: Do not leave a bare holder as is.

• Be careful of dropping or impact: If you drop the Round DVD Holder, the disc may pop out.

• Do not subject the Round DVD Holder to force.

��Disc CleaningUse a soft, dry cloth to lightly wipe off any dust, dirt, etc. adhering to disc, as shown in the figure. Never use solvent. Do not use thinner, water, anti-static spray, etc. to clean disc.

3

3

SIDE A mark

OPEN marks

SIDE A mark side or Label surface

4SIDE A mark side Hinged portions

Approx. 90°

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Playback on DVD Video Recorder/Player

You can use a DVD video recorder or DVD player that conforms to DVD-RAM to play back DVD-RAM discs recorded on this DVD Palmcorder

1 Remove the disc from Round DVD Holder.

2 Insert the disc into the DVD video recorder/player and play it back.

See the instruction manual for DVD video recorder/player.

Note:• Do not insert a DVD-R disc that has not been finalized into

a DVD video recorder: The recorded image data may be damaged.

• When playing back disc on another device, the Disc Navigation display will be different from the one on this DVD Palmcorder.


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Advanced TechniquesThis section explains about various settings to further extend the usefulness of this DVD Palmcorder.

Understanding Flow of MenuPress the MENU button during recording pause: The “Camera Functions Setup” menu screen will appear.

Tilt the joystick up, down, to the left or the right to select a menu item, and then press the � button to choose the option.The screens used here to explain are displayed when DVD-RAM disc is used. Some items will not appear when a DVD-R disc or card is used, or when no disc or card is inserted.

<Interpreting screen for setting>

Cam e r a F u n c t i o n s S e t u p

Sp o r t sPo r t r a i tSpo t l i gh tSu r f &SnowL o w L i gh t

Auto

RAM

P r o g r am AEWh i t e Ba l .

D i g . Z o omWi n d C u t

E I S

ENTER RETURN

Display of selected setup item

Selection of setup items� : Camera

Functions Setup� : Record Functions

Setup� : Date Setup� : LCD Setup� : Initial Setup Functions

Settable

Display of disc or card being used (P. 64)

Options Settable

Guide display


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●Flow of MenuRefer to page indicated for details of each function.

Camera Functions SetupProgram AE (P. 82)White balance (P. 83)EIS (P. 85)Digital zoom (P. 86)Wind Cut (P. 87)

Recording Functions SetupMovie quality (P. 88)[The quality mode will appear when using card (P. 89)]Input selection (P. 90)External still input (P. 90)Self-timer (P. 91)On-screen information display output (P. 92)

Date SetupDisplay format (P. 51)Date setting (P. 50)

LCD SetupBrightness (P. 93)Color density (P. 93)

Initial SetupBeep (P. 94)Power save (P. 94)Recording LED (P. 95)Language selection (P. 95)Reset (P. 96)

You can use the joystick on DVD Palmcorder to select various setting options in menu and designate them.

Note:• Pressing the MENU button during recording will not work.• The menu screen will disappear when it is left for approx. one minute without any operation.

Came r a F u n c t i o n s Se t up

On

A u t o

RAM

P r o g r am AE :Wh i t e Ba l . :

D i g . Zo om :W i n d Cu t :

E I S :

ENTER RETURN

4 0 xO f f

A u t o

Rec o r d F u n c t i o n s Se t up

RAM

V I DEO Mo d e : F I NEI npu t S o u r c e : CAMERA

S e l f T i me r : O f fOSD Ou t pu t : On

PHOTO I n p u t : F i e l d

ENTER RETURN

D a t e Se t u p

RAM

Da t e Se tDa t e Mod e : M / D / Y

ENTER RETURN

L CD S e t u p

RAM

Co l o r L e v e lB r i gh t n e s s

ENTER RETURN

I n i t i a l Se t up

RAM

R e s e tL a ng u ag e : En g l i s h

ENTER RETURN

B e e p : O nPo w e r S av e : O f fRe c o r d LED : On

Came r a F u n c t i o n s Se t up

On

A u t o

RAM

P r o g r am AE :Wh i t e Ba l . :

D i g . Zo om :W i n d Cu t :

E I S :

ENTER RETURN

4 0 xO f f

A u t o

Rec o r d F u n c t i o n s Se t up

RAM

V I DEO Mo d e : F I NEI npu t S o u r c e : CAMERA

S e l f T i me r : O f fOSD Ou t pu t : On

PHOTO I n p u t : F i e l d

ENTER RETURN


Auto

RAM


D i g . ZoomW i n d C u t

E I S

ENTER RETURN


or

or

Press the � button directly to choose an option from menu.To return to the screen one before, press the � button.Pressing the MENU button again will cause the menu screen to disappear.

Press the MENU button.


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Setting Up Camera Functions

Selecting Shooting Mode to Match the Subject (Switching Program AE Mode)

This DVD Palmcorder automatically sets the shutter speed and aperture according to the subject brightness for optimum recording: You can also specify one of six modes depending on the subject conditions, recording environment or purpose of filming.

1 Press the MENU button, use the joystick to choose “Program AE” on the “Camera Functions Setup” screen, and then press the � button.

The options will appear on the right of “Program AE”.

2 Use the joystick to choose the desired option, and then press the � button: The selected option will be set.

3 Press the MENU button to end the setting.

The menu screen will disappear.

Note:• You can check the selected AE mode by the on-screen

information display. However, nothing will appear in the Auto mode.

• The shooting mode set as above will be stored in memory even if the DVD Palmcorder is turned off.

� Auto : The camera/recorder automatically judges the subject and surrounding environment for optimum recording.

Sports : Reduces blurring when recording rapidly moving subjects such as in golf or tennis.If the Sports mode is used under a fluorescent light, the image may flicker: In this case, use the Auto mode for recording.

Portrait : Creates a shallow depth of field so that the person or subject appears against a softened background.

Spotlight : Prevents overexposure of subject portrait face, etc. when strong light strikes the subject, as in a wedding or on stage.

Surf & Snow : Prevents underexposure of subject portrait face, etc. in a place where reflection of light is intense, such as at the seaside in midsummer or on a ski slope.

Low Light : Allows user to record in a dark place even with decreased lighting: However, an after-image will appear with a moving subject.Note that the Low Light mode cannot be used when the recording quality mode is STD.If there is difficulty in automatically focusing subject image, adjust the focus manually.



Auto

RAM


D i g . Z o omW i n d C u t

E I S

ENTER RETURN

3 0 MIN0 : 0 0 : 0 0REM

FINE8 : 0 0 AM

S E P 3 0 2 0 0 3

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Adjusting Color (White Balance)

This DVD Palmcorder automatically adjusts the tint to match the conditions of subject. However, it may not allow user to deliver natural tint, depending on the weather or status of light source. In this case, change the white balance setting according to the situation.

1 Press the MENU button, choose “White Bal.” on the “Camera Functions Setup” menu screen, and then press the � button.

2 Choose the desired option, and then press the � button.


Note:• The white balance mode can be confirmed using the on-

screen information.• The white balance setting will return to Auto when the

DVD Palmcorder is turned off.• If “Input Source: LINE” has been specified, you cannot

use the “Set” mode of white balance (P. 90).

●Setting white balance manually

1 Point the DVD Palmcorder at a white object so that it fills the screen. Use an object that is not transparent.

If the object that fills the screen is not focused, correct the focus using “Manual Focus”, P. 59.

2 Press the MENU button, choose “White Bal.”, “Set”, and then press the � button.

3 Press the � button: The “�“ indicator will change from blinking to a steady light: The steady light indicates that the white balance setting is complete.

4 Press the � button to end the setting.

Mode Setting content On-screen display

Auto White balance always automatically adjusted

None

Set You can manually adjust white balance to match the light source or situation

�

Outdoor To record in fine weather �

Indoor 1 To record under incandescent light, halogen light or bulb-color type fluorescent light

�

Indoor 2 To record under fluorescent light �


SetOu t d o o rI n d o o r 1

RAM


D i g . Z o omW i n d Cu t

E I S

ENTER RETURNI n d o o r 2

A u t o

3 0 MIN0 : 0 0 : 0 0REM

FINE8 : 0 0 AM

S E P 3 0 2 0 0 3

White balance mode

White shirt or thick paper


SetOu t d o o r

RAM


D i g . Z o omE I S

ENTER RETURN

A u t o

I n d o o r 1I n d o o r 2

W i n d C u t

RAMSet EXIT

3 0 MIN0 : 0 0 : 0 0REM

FINE8 : 0 0 AM

S E P 3 0 2 0 0 3


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Note:• Do not use a colored object when setting the white

balance: The appropriate tint cannot be set.• Do not block the infrared sensor with hand, etc.

• If a generally available tele or wide-conversion lens is used, the auto white balance may not operate depending on the recording conditions. If this happens, set to the mode to match the recording conditions, or manually set the white balance.

• Be sure to remove the lens cap before turning the DVD Palmcorder on: If the DVD Palmcorder is turned on with the lens capped, the white balance will not work normally.

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Using the Electronic Image Stabilizer (EIS)

This DVD Palmcorder is equipped with an electronic image stabilizer function: When you use zoom to record a magnified subject image, it will correct fuzziness in the recorded image.

1 Press the MENU button, choose “EIS” on the “Camera Functions Setup” menu screen, and then press the � button.

2 Choose the “On” or “Off”, and then press the � button.


●Checking EIS On or OffYou can check EIS On or Off by the on-screen information display.

After recording with EIS set to “Off”, it is recommended that you return the setting to “On” and then turn the DVD Palmcorder off, unless you normally record with “Off” setting.This function is effective only during movie recording: It will not work during still recording.

Note:• The EIS setting will be stored in memory even when the

DVD Palmcorder is turned off.• It is recommended that you specify “EIS Off” when using

the DVD Palmcorder on a desk or tripod.• When “EIS On” is specified, there will be a slight

difference between the actual movement and the movement on screen.

• Gross camera shake may not be entirely corrected even if “EIS On” is specified.

• EIS may not operate correctly when the tele or wide-conversion lens (generally available) is used.

Came r a F u n c t i on s S e t u pP r o g r am AEWh i t e Ba l .

D i g . Z o omE I S

O f fOn

ENTER RETURN RAM

Wi n d Cu t

3 0 MIN0 : 0 0 : 0 0REM

FINE8 : 0 0 AM

S E P 3 0 2 00 3

EIS


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Magnifying Subject Image (Dig. Zoom)

When the zoom lever is moved down to “T” control side with Dig. Zoom 40× or 240× specified, digital zoom will automatically kick in when optical 10× zoom range is exceeded. You can set the digital zoom to 40× or 240× for movie recording, or 40× for still recording.

1 Press the MENU button, choose “Dig. Zoom” on the “Camera Functions Setup” menu screen, and then press the � button.

2 Choose the desired magnification, and then press the � button.


Moving the zoom lever will display the digital zoom bar. Dig. Zoom “240×”, “40×” or “Off” setting will be

stored in memory even if the DVD Palmcorder is turned off.

Note:• You can check whether Dig. Zoom is “240×”, “40×” or

“Off” by pressing the DISPLAY button and reviewing the on-screen information.

• You can also use the DIGITAL ZOOM button on remote controller to switch the digital zoom setting: Pressing the button during movie recording will switch the setting between “Off”, “40×” and “240×”: Pressing the button during still recording will switch between “Off” and “40×”.

• When using card, zooming only up to 40× is possible, even when “240×” or “40×” has been chosen.

• If the power switch is set to “� PHOTO” with DVD-RAM disc loaded, zooming only up to 40x is possible, even when “240×” has been chosen.

Came r a F u n c t i on s S e t u pP r o g r am AEWh i t e Ba l .

D i g . Z o omE I S

4 0 x2 4 0 x

ENTER RETURN RAMO f f

Wi n d C u t

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FINE8 : 0 0 AM

S E P 3 0 2 0 0 3

TW

W

W

T

T

When Dig. Zoom is "Off"

When Dig. Zoom is "On"(40x)

Digital zoom range

When Dig. Zoom is "On"(240x)

Digital zoom range

(only in movie recording)


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Reducing Wind Noise During Recording (Wind Cut)

When recording sound from the microphone built into this DVD Palmcorder, you can reduce wind noise in recording.If “Wind Cut: ON” is specified, the low-frequency components in the sound picked up by microphone will be cut off during recording: This makes it easier to hear the target voice or sound during playback.

1 Press the MENU button, choose “Wind Cut” on the “Camera Functions Setup” menu screen, and then press the � button.

2 Choose the desired option, and then press the � button.


Note:• You can also use the on-screen display to confirm that the

Wind Cut has been set.• The Wind Cut setting will be stored in memory even when

the DVD Palmcorder is turned off.• The Wind Cut function will work only during movie

recording.• The Wind Cut function works only with the built-in

microphone: It will not function when using an external microphone (P. 54).


On

RAM


D i g . Z o omW i n d C u t

E I S

ENTER RETURN

3 0 MIN0 : 0 0 : 0 0REM

FINE8 : 0 0AM

S E P 3 0 2 0 0 3

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Setting Up Record Functions

��Switching Movie Quality (VIDEO Mode)Choose the movie quality from “XTRA” (only with DVD-RAM disc), “FINE”, “STD” and “LPCM” (only with DVD-R disc).

1 Press the MENU button, choose “VIDEO Mode” on the “Record Functions Setup” menu screen, and then press the � button.

2 Choose the desired quality mode, and then press the � button.


Note:• The movie quality setting will be stored in memory even

when the DVD Palmcorder is turned off.• The “VIDEO Mode” setting will not change even if the

DVD-RAM disc is replaced with a DVD-R disc, or vice versa. However, if “XTRA” has been set with DVD-RAM disc, or “LPCM” has been set with DVD-R disc, “FINE” will be set when the disc is changed.

• When using DVD-R disc, you cannot switch the movie quality while recording on the disc: The DVD Palmcorder will be automatically set to the movie quality first used with the disc for recording.

• The movie quality setting is effective only during movie recording: Switching the movie quality will not work during still recording.

It is recommended that you record critical subjects in the “XTRA” or “FINE” when you are using a DVD-RAM disc, or in the “FINE” with a DVD-R disc.

Re c o r d F u n c t i o n s S e t u p

F I NESTD

RAM

XTRAV I DEO M o d e

PHOTO I n p u tSe l f T i merOSD Ou t p u t

I n p u t Sou r ce

ENTER RETURN

3 0 MIN0 : 0 0 : 0 0REM

FINE8 : 0 0 AM

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Block-like noise may appear in recorded image, or the outline of subject image is distorted under the recording conditions listed below: Pan the DVD Palmcorder as slowly as possible. (Block noise is likely to appear in the “STD”):

• If there is a complicated pattern in background (as in following figure on left)• If the DVD Palmcorder is moved excessively or quickly• If subject is moving rapidly even when the DVD Palmcorder is not moving

�Switching Quality of Still Image (Quality)

You can switch the still recording quality only when using card.

1 Press the MENU button, choose “Quality” on the “Record Functions Setup” menu screen, and then press the � button.

2 Choose the option you want, and then press the � button.


Note:The still quality setting will be stored in memory even when the DVD Palmcorder is turned off.

It is recommended that you use “FINE” when recording vital images.

(Image when block-like noise occurs) (Image without block-like noise)


NORMECO

FINEQ u a l i t y


I n p u t Sou r ce

ENTER RETURN

9 9 9REM

NORM8 : 0 0 AM

S E P 3 0 2 0 0 3

Still recording quality


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��Receiving Image from Another Device (Input Source)If you wish to input an image from another device to this DVD Palmcorder, you must first switch the setting on the DVD Palmcorder.Refer to the explanation starting from page 67 on how to connect the DVD Palmcorder to other devices or record images input from them.

1 Press the MENU button, choose “Input Source” on the “Record Functions Setup” menu screen, and then press the � button.

2 Choose “LINE”, and then press the � button.


Note:The “Input Source” setting will return to “CAMERA” whenever the DVD Palmcorder is turned off.

��Switching External Input Recording Method (PHOTO Input)You can record stills of externally input images on a DVD-RAM disc or card in the Frame or Field mode. The DVD Palmcorder can record an external image with little movement by specifying “Frame”, but “Field” is recommended for recording image with movement.

1 Press the MENU button, choose “PHOTO Input” on the “Record Functions Setup” menu screen, and then press the � button.

2 Select the desired option and then press the � button.


Note:• The PHOTO Input setting can be confirmed using the on-

screen information.• The PHOTO Input setting will be stored in memory even

when the DVD Palmcorder is turned off.• Refer to “Recording Images from Other AV Devices” on

page 67 to see how to connect the DVD Palmcorder to another device.

Setting Content On-screen display

CAMERA Usually select this option. No display

LINE To input image from another device L IN


CAMERAL I NE

RAM

V I DEO M o d e


I n p u t Sou r ce

ENTER RETURN

3 0 MIN0 : 0 0 : 0 0REM

FINE

L IN

8 : 0 0 AMS E P 3 0 2 0 0 3

External input icon

Recording format Details of setting On-screen display

Frame Does not suit recording of frequently moving video subjects, despite high image quality. Frame suits recording of less moving video. ��

Field Suitable for recording of frequently moving video subjects. ��


F i e l dF r ame

RAM

V I DEO M o d e


I n p u t Sou r ce

ENTER RETURN

9 9 9REM

L IN

8 : 0 0 AMS E P 3 0 2 0 0 3

Still external input mode


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��Self TimerYou can record stills of yourself alone or with your family, friends, etc., using the Self timer function, as with ordinary cameras. A still will be recorded approximately 10 seconds after the REC button is pressed.

1 Press the MENU button, choose “Self Timer” on the “Record Functions Setup” menu screen, and then press the � button.

2 Select “On”, and then press the � button.

The self-timer will be set.



The recording indicator at the front of DVD Palmcorder will blink.The Self timer indicator will start to count down, and recording will commence approximately 10 seconds later.

Note:• You can also check that self-timer has been set by

reviewing the on-screen information.• To release the self-timer mode, choose “Off” on the menu

screen or turn DVD Palmcorder off.• To suspend self-timer, press the REC button again before

recording starts, or press the � button.• When the REC button is pressed, the � mark on LCD

screen will be pink. It will also change in the same way when recording with the LCD screen facing the same direction as the lens.

Se l f T i mer


OnO f f

RAM

V I DEO M o d e

PHOTO I n p u t

OSD Ou t p u t

I n p u t Sou r ce

ENTER RETURN

1 09 9 9REM

8 : 0 0 AMS E P 3 0 2 0 0 3

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��Setting OSD Output On or Off (On-Screen Display)If you connect this DVD Palmcorder to a TV to view images on TV screen, you can switch off the on-screen information (displayed in the viewfinder or on the LCD screen) from the TV screen.

1 Press the MENU button, choose “OSD output” on the “Record Functions Setup” menu screen, and then press the � button.

2 Choose “On” or “Off”, and press the � button.


Note:• The “OSD Output” setting will return to “On” whenever

the DVD Palmcorder is turned off.• Even if “Off” is chosen, the on-screen information will

appear during playback. See page 73 for playback on-screen information display.

• Even after the on-screen information is removed from the TV screen, it will still appear in the viewfinder or on the LCD screen.


OnO f f

RAM

V I DEO M o d e


I n p u t Sou r ce

ENTER RETURN

3 0 MIN0 : 0 0 : 0 0REM

FINE8 : 0 0 AM

S E P 3 0 2 00 3

3 0 MIN0 : 0 0 : 0 0REM

FINE8 : 0 0 AM

S E P 3 0 2 0 0 3

LCD screen or viewfinder

“On” setting “Off” setting

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LCD Setup

This function allows you to adjust the brightness and color density of LCD screen during recording and playback.

Setting Brightness of LCD Screen (Brightness)

1 Press the MENU button, choose “Brightness” on the “LCD Setup” menu screen, and then press the � button.

The brightness adjustment bar will appear on the screen.

2 Use the joystick for adjustment.

�: The screen becomes dimmer�: The screen becomes brighter


Note:The brightness setting will be stored in memory even when the DVD Palmcorder is turned off.

Setting Color Density of LCD screen (Color Level)

1 Choose “Color Level” on the “LCD Setup” menu screen, and then press the � button.

The color density adjustment bar will appear on the screen.

2 Use the joystick for adjustment.

�: For lighter color�: For denser color


Note:The color level setting will be stored in memory even when the DVD Palmcorder is turned off.

LCD S e t u p

RAM

B r i g h t n e s sCo l o r L e v e l

ENTER RETURN


LCD S e t u p

RAM


ENTERADJUST

Brightness adjustment bar

LCD S e t u p

RAM


ENTER RETURN

LCD S e t u p

RAM


ENTERADJUST

Color density adjustment bar


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Initial Settings

Switching Operating Sound On or Off (Beep)

This DVD Palmcorder will emit sound when the power switch is changed over, the REC button is pressed, or other operations are engaged. If you do not need operating sound, you can switch it off.

1 Press the MENU button, choose “Beep” on the “Initial Setup” menu screen, and then press the � button.

2 Select “On” or “Off”, and then press the � button.


Note:The “Beep” setting will be stored in memory even when the DVD Palmcorder is turned off.

Turning DVD Palmcorder Off Automatically (Power Save)

This DVD Palmcorder is equipped with power save function. Specify “Power Save: On”: If the DVD Palmcorder is left in the recording pause status without being operated for 5 minutes, it will automatically turn off to prevent the battery pack from discharging needlessly.

1 Press the MENU button, choose “Power Save” on the “Initial Setup” menu screen, and then press the � button.



Note:• To turn the DVD Palmcorder on again from automatic off

activated by the power save function, set the power switch to “POWER OFF”, and then set it to “� VIDEO”, “� PHOTO” or “� PHOTO”

• The Power Save setting will not appear in the on-screen information display.

• The Power Save setting will be stored in memory even when the DVD Palmcorder is turned off.

Setting Content

On Beep is heard

Off No beep is heard

I n i t i a l S e t u pOnO f f

RAM

P o w e r S a v eBe e p

ENTER RETURN

Re s e tL a n g u a g eR e c o r d LED

Setting Content

On To engage power save

Off To cancel power save

I n i t i a l S e t u p

OnO f f

RAM


R e c o r d LED

ENTER RETURN

Re s e tL a n g u a g e


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Turning Record LED On or Off (Record LED)

You can switch off the recording indicator on the front of DVD Palmcorder even during recording.

1 Press the MENU button, choose “Record LED” on the “Initial Setup” menu screen, and then press the � button.



Note:• The Record LED setting will not appear in the on-screen

information display.• The Record LED setting will be stored in memory even

when the DVD Palmcorder is turned off.• Specify “Record LED: Off” when recording a subject

behind a glass or water tank that reflects light: The reflected light of the recording indicator will not be recorded.

• When using the self-timer function, the recording indicator will blink when the REC button is pressed regardless of whether Record LED is On or Off.

Changing Display Language (Language)

You can change the language used to display the menu and information.The following shows that English is changed to French.

1 Press the MENU button, choose “Language” on the “Initial Setup” menu screen, and then press the � button.

“English” has been set.

2 Select “Français”, and then press the � button.


Note:The language setting will be stored in memory even when the DVD Palmcorder is turned off.

Setting Content

On The recording indicator will light red to show that the DVD Palmcorder is recording.

Off The recording indicator will not light even during recording.

Recording indicator

R e c o r d LED


OnO f f

RAM


ENTER RETURN


L a n g u a g e

I n i t i a l Se t up

Deu t shI t a l i a n o

RAMENTER RETURN

F r a n ç a i sE s p a ñ o l

E n g l i s hP o w e r S a v eBe e p

Re s e t

R e c o r d LED

L a n g u e

Con f i g u r a t i on I n i t i a l e

RAMENTRER RETOUR

F r a n ç a i s


Ré g l D é fa u t

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Resetting Menu Settings to Defaults (Reset)

You can restore menu settings to defaults (initial settings at the factory (P. 164) ). (Note, however, that the date/time, brightness and color density of LCD monitor will not be reset.)

1 Press the MENU button, choose “Reset” on the “Initial Setup” menu screen, and then press the � button.

The screen for verifying reset will appear.

2 If you are sure that you wish to reset, use the joystick to choose “YES”, and then press the � button.

The setting items have now been reset to defaults.


Note:To cancel resetting midway, choose “NO” on the screen for verification in step 2 or press the � button.

R e c o r d LED


RAM


ENTER RETURN


ENTER

Re s e t ?

Re s e t

YES NO

RAM


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Disc Navigation��

Using Disc Navigation

Starting Disc Navigation

Disc Navigation is a tool for editing scenes recorded on this DVD Palmcorder.Here is an explanation on “scene” and “program”, so that you will be able to make most use of Disc Navigation function.The screens in this operating manual are basically those that will appear when DVD-RAM disc is used: Some items will not appear when DVD-R disc or card is used, but the operation is the same.

1 Press the DISC NAVIGATION button.

The Disc Navigation screen (shown on page 98) will appear.

Note:Do not proceed with a following step while the disc is being recognized or the ACCESS/PC indicator is blinking.

●Thumbnail:This refers to a reduced image that helps to distinguish recorded scenes quickly. Immediately recording is finished, the first image of the recorded scene will be used as a thumbnail of the scene: The thumbnail can be changed later on this DVD Palmcorder.

●Scene:Movie (video): One scene refers to images recorded from one press of the REC button until recording is

temporarily stopped by pressing REC again.Still (photo): One scene refers to a photo recorded by pressing the REC button.


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The following screen will appear when DVD-RAM disc is used: Some display components will not appear when DVD-R disc or card is used.

*1 The displayed thumbnail will be the first image that you recorded.*2 Scene number refers to display number on thumbnail display screen.*3 No still icon will appear for card.*4 The operation guide will vary depending on the operation status of DVD Palmcorder.*5 Appears when 13 scenes or more have been recorded.*6 “ R” appears for DVD-R disc. “ ” will appear for card.

Note:• The background color of screen allows you to identify

whether disc or card is in DVD Palmcorder.- Purple: When disc is inserted- Green: When card is inserted

• Pressing the DISPLAY button will display the recording date/time of the scene on which the cursor is placed in the space for operating guide. Pressing DISPLAY again will display the operating guide.

• If no disc or card is inserted, the Disc navigation screen cannot be displayed even by pressing the DISC NAVIGATION button.

• Each time Disc Navigation is started with a DVD-R disc inserted, message “Creating Thumbnail ...” will appear. After the message appears, the Disc Navigation screen will appear.

• If the following disc or card is inserted, the Disc Navigation screen will appear or some message will be displayed:- Write-protected disc- Locked card- Finalized DVD-R disc

• Do not leave the disc navigation screen displayed on TV to which the DVD Palmcorder is connected: Doing so could result in displayed image retention or phosphor degradation of TV screen.

0 01 / 014A l l Pr og r ams

PLAY RAM

Cursor

Still image icon*3

Operation guide*4

Thumbnail *1

Selected scene number*2/Number of all scenes

Current page position*5

Bar graph

Disc type icon*6


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Exiting Disc Navigation


Disc Navigation will be terminated and the DVD Palmcorder will enter the recording pause status.You can also press the � button to end Disc Navigation.

Playing Back from Disc Navigation Screen


2 Use the joystick to select the desired scene.

The selected scene will be framed: This is called a “cursor”.


Playback will start from the selected scene.Note:Tilting the joystick to left or right will move the cursor to the preceding or following scene.Tilting it up or down will move to preceding or following page.

●When playback ends:The DVD Palmcorder will enter the playback pause status at the last image of last scene.Pressing the � or DISC NAVIGATION button will restore the Disc Navigation screen.When the playback pause status continues for as long as 5 minutes, the Disc Navigation screen will automatically be restored.

●Playing back stillsA still will be displayed for approx. 3 seconds.When playing back stills on card, playback will stop after each still playback.

Note:• Press the � button to temporarily stop playback.

Pressing � again will start from that point.• If you press the � button after playback of the last

scene on disc finishes, playback will start again from the beginning of disc.

• Pressing the � button will always restore the Disc Navigation screen.

• With playback on Disc Navigation, you can select desired scenes for playback and skip unnecessary scenes.

• When playing back a still with a large number of pixels on card, “Playback.” will appear, and it will take some time for the still to appear.


PLAY RAM

3 0 MIN0 : 0 0 : 0 0REM

FINE8 : 0 0 AM

S E P 3 0 2 00 3


PLAY RAM


PLAY RAMUp or Down Left or Right

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Playback pause


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Selecting Multiple Scenes



3 Press the SELECT button once:

The selected scene will be framed in red and yellow.

Repeat steps 2 and 3 to randomly select multiple scenes.To cancel a selected scene, select the scene to be canceled, and then press the SELECT button.To cancel all selected scenes, press the � button.

Note:Although scenes can be randomly selected, playback will always start from the lowest scene number.

Selecting Consecutive Scenes Together



3 Hold down the SELECT button for at least one second:

The selected scene will be doubly framed in yellow and blue.

4 Use the joystick to select the last scene in the range you want, and then press the � button:

The thumbnails of scenes in the specified range will be framed in red, and then selected.

Note:• You can know the status of scenes from the colors of

cursor and bargraph:

• Pressing the � button after selecting scenes will play back only the selected scenes from the beginning of each.

• You can also select scenes in reverse from the last scene in the range.

• To release multiple selection, press the SELECT or � button after step 4.

• Up to 999 scenes can be selected for both disc and card.


PLAY RAM

Yellow frame


PLAY RAM

Double frames in yellow and blue

010/ 014A l l Pr ogr ams

PLAY RAM

When scenes up to this point are selected

Red frame

Cursor Bar graph Status of scenes

Yellow Sky blue Current cursor position

Blue Sky blue Range of scenes being selected

Red Red Scenes already selected


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Disc Navigation Menu

Functions Available with Disc Navigation

Disc Navigation allows you to do the following:

Available function Disc or card used Contents Reference page

Deletion of scenes �� You can delete unnecessary scenes. 103

Editing of scenes � You can attach fade and skip to a scene, combine scenes, or divide one scene.

105 - 110

Scene information display

�� You can display information on one scene or multiple scenes, such as image quality, recording time, etc.

115

Setting of title � You can set desired titles to play lists and programs.

117, 126

Creation of play list � You can create an original movie by changing the combination of scenes.

119

Disc or Card initialization �� You can initialize a DVD-RAM disc or card so that it can be used on this DVD Palmcorder.

129

Copy from disc to card �� You can copy photos recorded on DVD-RAM disc to card.

111

Disc finalization � You can use this DVD Palmcorder to finalize any DVD-R disc recorded on it so that the disc can be viewed on DVD player, etc.

131

Repeat play �� You can repeatedly play back programs and scenes.

132

Slide show � You can play back stills continuously. 133

Remaining display (Capacity)

�� The remaining recordable movie time or number of recordable stills is displayed.

128

Disc protection � You can protect the DVD-RAM disc to prevent deletion or editing by mistake.

128

Scene lock � You can lock any scene so that it will not be deleted by mistake: Essential scenes are thereby protected, and recording another still is possible.

112

DPOF setting � You can set the number of prints for each scene.

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Understanding Flow of Disc Navigation Menu

Press the MENU button on the Disc Navigation screen: The menu screens for Disc Navigation and menu screens for disc and card will appear.See pages 80-81 and 98 for how to interpret the screen.Refer to pages indicated for details of settings.

●When using DVD-RAM disc

●When using DVD-R disc

●When using card

Delete (P.103)Edit (P.105)Copy (P.111)Select (P.114)Detail (P.115)

Thumbnail (P.105)Skip (P.106)Fade (P.107)Combine (P.109)Divide (P.110)Move (P.108)

Start → Current (P.114)Current → End (P.114)All (P.114)

Switch (P.116)Play (P.117)Title (P.117)

Switch (P.120)Play (P.121)Create (P.119)Edit (P.122 - 125)Title (P.126)Delete (P.126)

Scene

Program

Play list Top (P.127)End (P.127)

Category (P.132)Repeat Play (P.132)

Capacity (P.128)Protect Disc (P.128)Format Disc (P.129)Update Control Info. (P.130)

Go To

Disc

OthersETC

Switch (P.116)Play (P.117)

Select (P.114)Detail (P.115)

Program

Scene

Top (P.127)End (P.127)

Repeat Play (P.132)

Capacity (P.128)Finalize Disc (P.131)

Go To

Disc

OthersETC


Delete (P.103)Lock (P.112)DPOF (P.113)Select (P.114)Detail (P.115)


Scene

Top (P.127)End (P.127)

Go To

Capacity (P.128)Format Card (P.129)

All (P.133)DPOF (P.133)

Slide Show

Card


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Scene

��Deleting Scenes (Delete)


2 Select the scene to be deleted.


4 Choose “Delete” on the “Scene” menu screen, and then press the � button.

5 The “Delete Scene” screen will appear: If you are sure you want to delete the selected scene, press the � button.

If you want to change the scene to be deleted, you can change it on this screen.

6 The screen for verifying deletion will appear: Choose “YES”, and then press the � button.

Choose “NO” to cancel deletion.After Yes or No setting, the “Delete Scene” screen will be restored.Repeat steps 5 and 6 to delete other scenes.

7 Press the � button to quit.

Note:• If you point the cursor at the scene to be deleted, and then

press the DELETE button on remote controller, the screen in step 5 will appear.

• If you delete all data on disc or card, initializing the disc or card will be recommended (See page 129).

• If even one play list has been created, message “Same scenes on PlayList will be deleted. Delete scenes?” will appear before deleting scene(s). This message will appear even if the scene(s) to be deleted is not used in the corresponding play list. In this case, choose “YES” and then press the � button.

• If the time of deleted scenes (stills) is quite short, the remaining free space of disc may not increase in the disc or card remaining indicator.

• The locked scenes on card cannot be deleted (See page 112).

All Programs 0 0 5 / 0 1 4

RAMPLAY DESELECT ALL

Scene to be deleted

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De l e t eEd i tCopySe l e c tDe t a i l

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De l e t e Sc e n e

De l e t e sc e n e ?

SEP 3 0 2 0 0 3 8 : 00 :00AMS c e n e No. 0 0 5

ENTER

Y E S NO

De l e t e Sc e n e 0 0 5 / 0 1 3

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●Editing using submenuPress the MENU button before pressing the � button in step 5 (See page 103): The submenu will appear.

Pressing the � button will restore the screen in step 5.

Note:Although the submenu screen will appear for each setting, some menu items may not appear, depending on the setting.

Ed i t

RAMENTER RETURN

E x i tDe l e t e

Se l e c t

RAMENTER RETURN

S t a r t – Cu r r e n tCu r r e n t – E n dA l l

Go To

RAMENTER RETURN

En dTo p

Edit Exit.....................To restore the Disc Navigation screenDelete ................To delete selected scenes

Select Start→Current..To select scenes from the start to the one that the cursor is on at the moment

Current→End...To select scenes from the scene the cursor is on to the endAll ......................To select all scenes

Go To Top .....................To move the cursor to the first sceneEnd.....................To move the cursor to the last scene


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�Changing Images for Thumbnails (Edit - Thumbnail)The thumbnail refers to a reduced image displayed on Disc Navigation to help distinguish recorded scenes. Normally, the first image of the recorded scene is displayed as a thumbnail: You can choose another image of the scene for thumbnail. If you set a vivid image to thumbnail, you can know what you recorded from a glance at the Disc Navigation screen.


2 Select the thumbnail of the scene to be changed.


4 Choose “Scene”, “Edit”, “Thumbnail”, and then press the � button.

5 The “Change Thumbnail” screen will appear: If you are sure you want to change the thumbnail of the selected scene, press the � button: The selected scene will be played back.

If you want to change the scene whose thumbnail is to be changed, you can change it on this screen.

6 When the image you want to use as the thumbnail of the scene appears, press the SELECT button.

7 The screen for verifying switching of thumbnail will appear: Choose “YES”, and then press the � button.

Choose “NO” to cancel switching of thumbnail.After Yes or No setting, the “Change Thumbnail” screen will be restored.Repeat steps 5-7 to change the other scenes.


Note:• If you press the MENU button before pressing the �

button in step 5, the submenu screen will appear. (See page 104)

• A thumbnail of still cannot be changed.• Since the scene to which skipping is set cannot be played

back, you will not be able to change its thumbnail: Release the skip setting of the scene to change the thumbnail.

● ● ● ● ● ●

Original thumbnail You can use this image as thumbnail.

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Sk i pF ad eComb i neD i v i de

T h umbn a i l

MoveETC

Select Thumbnai l Point

ENTER CANCELSEL

ENTER

Cha ng e t h umbna i l ?

Cha ng e Th umbna i l

YES NO


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�Playing Back by Skipping Scenes (Edit - Skip)You can specify “Skip” for scenes you do not want to play back: The selected scenes will be skipped.


2 Select the scene to be skipped.


4 Choose “Scene”, “Edit”, “Skip”, and then press the � button.

5 The “Set Skip” screen will appear: If you are sure you want to skip the selected scene, press the � button.

If you want to change the scene to be skipped, you can change it on this screen.After skip setting, the “Set Skip” screen will be restored.Repeat step 5 to set skipping of other scenes.


A skip mark “ ” will appear in the thumbnail of any scene for which skipping has been set.

●Releasing SkipSelect the scene set to be skipped, and perform the same procedure as setting skip: The skip mark will disappear and skipping of the scene will be released.

Note:• Multiple scenes can be selected for skipping (P.100).• If you press the MENU button before pressing the �

button in step 5, the submenu screen will appear (P.104).

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Sk i pF ad eComb i neD i v i de

T h umbn a i l

MoveETC


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�Adding Special Effects (Edit - Fade)You can add fading to the beginning and/or end of scene.There are three types of special effects:


2 Select the scene for adding special effects.


4 Choose, “Scene”, “Edit”, “Fade” and then press the � button.

5 The “Fade Set” screen will appear: If you are sure you want to add the fade effect to the scene, press the � button.

If you want to change the scene to which fade is added, you can change it on this screen.

6 Select the special effects for “IN” and/or “OUT”, choose “Enter”, and then press the � button.

To cancel setting, choose “Cancel”.After setting, the “Fade Set” screen will be restored.Repeat steps 5 and 6 to add fade to other scenes.


The “�” and/or “�” mark(s) will appear in the scenes for which special effects have been set.

Fade Out Fade Out Fade Out

Fade InFade InFade In

Black:Fades in from black screenFades out to black screen

Wipe:Fades in from black screen to vertical direction of screenFades out from vertical direction of screen to black screen

B/W:Fades in from Black and White screen to color screenFades out from color screen to Black and White screen

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T hu mb n a i lS k i pF adeComb i n eD i v i d eMo v eETC

F a d eI N

OUT

E n t e r

None B l a c k Wi p e B / W

ENTER

None B l a c k Wi p e B / W

Ca nc e l


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Note:• Setting fade will interlock with sound.• Fading can also be set to either “IN” or “OUT”.• Any registered fade can be changed at any time using the same procedure as above.• Fade can also be added to on-screen information displayed during playback.• Adding fade to multiple scenes is also possible.• If the playback time of scene is short, fade will cut off midway.• If you set fade-in and fade-out to a still image or a movie with recording time of no more than 3 seconds, only fade-in

will be valid.• No fade effect will operate if you start playback in the recording pause status.• If you locate the start of a scene by skipping, the image at the start of the scene will appear for a moment, and then fade

will operate.• The fade effect will not function during frame advance, frame back, slow playback or search playback.

�Arranging Order of Scenes (Edit - Move)You can arrange scenes within a play list by moving them to desired positions. Create a play list first, and then arrange the scenes [“Creating New Play List (Create)”, P.119].

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�Combining Multiple Scenes (Edit - Combine)You can combine multiple scenes into one.If you have recorded numerous short scenes, combining them will be facilitated by the use of Disc Navigation.Be sure to select consecutive multiple scenes. Combining scenes is possible only when “Category: All” is specified. Stills cannot be combined.


2 Select the consecutive multiple scenes to be combined.


4 Choose, “Scene”, “Edit”, “Combine” and then press the � button.

5 The “Combine Scenes” screen will appear: If you are sure you want to combine the selected scenes, press the � button.

If you want to change the scenes to be combined, you can change them on this screen.

6 The screen for verifying combination will appear: Choose “YES”, and then press the � button.

The two images appearing on the verification screen are those of the first and last scenes to be combined.Choose “NO” to cancel combination.After Yes or No setting, the “Combine Scenes” screen will be restored.The thumbnail of the first scene will appear in the combined scene.

Repeat steps 5 and 6 to combine other scenes.



button in step 5, the submenu screen will appear. (P.104)• With special effects, the “IN” effect of the first scene in the

selected range and the “OUT” effect of the last scene will be chosen.

• If you combine scenes from different programs (different recording dates), a message that prompts you to update the control information will appear when power is turned on and Disc Navigation is first started (P.130). Note that if you choose “YES” for this message, the combined scenes will be split into separate scenes.If you choose “NO” for this message, the scenes will be combined, but the same message will appear each time Disc Navigation is started. To prevent this, when combining scenes from different programs, create a new play list and combine the scenes on it.

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T hu mb n a i lS k i pFa d eC o m b i n eD i v i d eMo v eETC

Comb i ne Sc e n e s

ENTER

Comb i ne s c e n e s ?YES NO


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�Dividing Movies (Edit - Divide)You can divide a scene into two parts.To delete unnecessary portion of scene, first divide the scene, and then delete the unnecessary portion.You can also cut out a part of scene and use it in the play list.


2 Select the scene to be divided.


4 Choose, “Scene”, “Edit”, “Divide” and then press the � button.

5 The “Divide Scene” screen will appear: If you are sure you want to divide the selected scene, press the � button: The selected scene will be played back.

If you want to change the scene to be divided, you can change it on this screen.The selected scene will be played back.

6 When you reach the point where you want to divide the scene, press the SELECT button.

7 The screen for verifying division will appear: Choose “YES”, and then press the � button.

Choose “NO” to cancel division.After division, the “Divide Scene” screen will be restored.Repeat steps 5-7 to divide another scene.



button in step 5, the submenu screen will appear. (P.104)• The status bar of scene being played back can be

switched off or on by pressing the DISPLAY button.• Search and frame advance are useful when designating

division points.• If a special effect has been added to the original scene,

the “IN” effect will be added to the first half of scene, and the “OUT” effect, to the latter half.

• The division point may drift before or after the designated point by approximately 0.5 seconds.

• Since a scene with a skip set cannot be played back, no division point can be specified: Release the skip for the scene before dividing it.

• If the division point is at a still, a message will appear, but no division will be made.

• If the division point is at the start or end of a scene, a message will appear, but no division will be made.

• A movie scene whose recording time is 0.5 seconds or less cannot be divided.

• If free space available on disc is insufficient, division will not be possible: Delete unnecessary scenes.

• Pressing the � button on the screen for verification will restore the thumbnail display screen.

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T hu mb n a i lS k i pFa d eC o m b i n eD i v i d eMo v eETC

Se l e c t D i v i s i o n Po i n tRAM002 0 : 00 : 18

ENTER CANCELSEL

Status bar of scene being played back

ENTER

D i v i de s c e n e?

D i v i de Sc e n e

YES NO


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�Copying Stills on DVD-RAM Disc to Card (Copy)You can copy stills recorded on DVD-RAM disc to card.

1 Set the power switch to “� VIDEO” or “� PHOTO“.


3 Select the still to be copied.


5 Choose “Copy” on the “Scene” menu screen, and then press the � button.

6 The “Copy to card” screen will appear: If you are sure you want to copy the selected still, press the � button.

If you want to change the still to be copied, you can change it on this screen.

7 The screen for verifying copy will appear: Choose “YES”, and then press the � button.

Choose “NO” to cancel copy.After Yes or No setting, the “Copy to card” screen will be restored.Repeat steps 6 and 7 to copy other stills to card.


Note:• No movie can be copied.• If you press the MENU button before pressing the �

button in step 6, the submenu screen will appear. (P.104)• See “Category” (P.132) to check the stills recorded on

DVD-RAM disc.• You can also select multiple scenes (P.100).• Even if all scenes, including movies, are selected to be

copied, only stills will be copied.• Data on card cannot be copied to disc.• The quality of still copied from disc to card will be the

same as when you recorded still on disc.• Stills recorded on a device other than this DVD

Palmcorder may not be copied normally.

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RAMENTER RETURN


ETC

Cop y t o c a r d 0 0 3 / 0 1 4

RAMENTER EX I T

ENTER

Copy PHOTO s c e n e st o c a r d ?

C o py t o c a r d

YES NO


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�Locking Scenes on Card (Lock)

You can lock each photo recorded on card so that it will not be deleted or edited by mistake.

1 Set the power switch to “� PHOTO”.


3 Select the scene to be locked.


5 Choose “Lock” on the “Scene” menu screen, and then press the � button.

6 The “Lock Set” screen will appear: If you are sure you want to lock the selected scene, press the � button.

If you want to change the scene to be locked, you can change it on this screen.After setting, the “Lock Set” screen will be restored.Repeat step 6 to lock another scene.


●To unlock the scene:Select the locked scene, and then use the same procedure as above to unlock the scene: The lock mark will disappear and locking will be released.


button in step 6, the submenu screen will appear (P.104).• You can also select multiple scenes (P.100).• When initializing the card, the locked scenes will also be

deleted.

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Se l e c tDe t a i l

L o c kDe l e t e

DPOF

7 / 19L o ck Se t

ENTER EX I T

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�Designating Scenes to be Printed (DPOF)

You can use DPOF to set print information, including selection of the scenes to be printed, so that you will be able to use it on a system conforming to DPOF.

Note:DPOF stands for digital print order format. DPOF is used to ask a print lab to print recorded stills.

1 Set the power switch to “� PHOTO”.


3 Select the scene to which DPOF is to be set.


5 Choose “DPOF” on the “Scene” menu screen, and then press the � button.

6 The “DPOF Set” screen will appear: If you are sure you want to set DPOF to the scene, press the � button.

If you want to change the scene to which DPOF is set, you can change it on this screen.

7 Use joystick to specify the number of prints, and then press the � button:

Tilt it up or to right: To increase the number one by one.Tilt it down or to left: To decrease the number one by one.After setting, the “DPOF Set” screen will be restored.Repeat steps 6 and 7 to set DPOF to another still.



button in step 6, the submenu screen will appear. (P.104)• You can also select multiple photos (P.100).• If you specify the number after selecting multiple stills, the

same specified number will be set to all those stills.• Up to 99 prints can be set for one scene. The maximum

number of settable prints on one card is 999.• This DVD Palmcorder may not recognize DPOF that has

been set on another device: Always set the DPOF on this DVD Palmcorder.

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Se l e c tDe t a i l

L o c kDe l e t e

DPOF

7 / 19DPOF Se t

ENTER EXIT

6

DPOF icon

7 / 19DPOF Se t

ENTER EX I T

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��Selecting Scenes Using Menu Screen (Select)Using the Disc Navigation menu screen, you can simultaneously select consecutive scenes. This function is useful when there are numerous scenes.



3 Choose “Select” on the “Scene” menu screen.

4 Choose “Start → Current”, “Current → End” or “All” and then press the � button.

●Deselecting selected scenes

Deselecting scenes one by one:While you are displaying the “All Programs” screen on which scenes have been selected, choose the scene to be deselected and then press the SELECT button.

Note:Up to 999 scenes can be selected.

Deselecting all the selected scenes at once:While you are displaying the “All Programs” screen on which scenes have been selected, press the � button.

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PLAY RAM


PLAY RAMDESELECT ALL





Current scene

“Start → Current” is specified:The scenes from the first to current will be selected.

“Current → End” is specified:The scenes from the current to end will be selected.

“All” is specified:All scenes from the first to end will be selected


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��Displaying Information Using Menu Screen (Detail)You can display various information for a scene: the recording mode, recording date/time and length, special effects and movie quality mode.


2 Select the scene whose information you wish to know.


4 Choose “Scene”, “Detail”, and then press the � button.

The detailed information on the scene will appear.

Note:Tilting the joystick to the right will display information on the following scene; tilting the joystick to left will display information on the preceding scene.


If you have selected multiple scenes, the information shown below will appear.Pressing the � button will restore the thumbnail display screen.

*1 With DVD-R disc, the quality mode (FINE, STD or LPCM) selected first will appear.

*2 Number of scenes whose quality mode is unknown:This will appear when the disc has a scene recorded on a device other than this DVD Palmcorder, only if the disc has a scene whose mode is unknown.Also, this will not appear when a DVD-R disc is used.

*3 This will not appear with DVD-R disc, since no still image can be recorded on it.

Note:• If multiple scenes have been selected, the total recording

time of the selected scenes (total number in case of stills) will appear.

• If a DVD-R disc recorded on a device other than this DVD Palmcorder is inserted (already finalized), no scene information will appear.

De t a i lSc e n e N o. 0 0 7V IDEO ( F I NE ) 1m i n 13 s e c

Da t e : SEP 3 0 20 0 3 8 : 0 0 : 0 1 AMS k i p : O f fF a d e I N : No n e OUT : None

PREV NEXT RETURN

De t a i lSc e n e N o. 71 0 0 – 0 0 0 7 ( 6 4 0 )

Da t e : SEP 3 0 20 0 3 8 : 0 0 : 0 1 AML o c k : O f fDPOF Num b e r o f p r i n t s : 6

PREV NEXT RETURN

(When using disc) (When using card)

*1 Not displayed with DVD-R disc.*2 May not appear if the loaded card does not

comply with DCF.*3 Number of pixels on still in horizontal direction:

This may not appear with a JPEG file does not conform to this DVD Palmcorder.

*1

*3

*2

De t a i lV I DEO : 1m i n 4 3 s e c ( 2 s c e n e s )( X T R A ) : 0m i n 0 s e c ( 0 s c e n e s )( F I N E ) : 1m i n 4 3 s e c ( 2 s c e n e s )( S T D ) : 0m i n 0 s e c ( 0 s c e n e s )

PHOTO : 0( - - - ) : 1m i n 0 s e c ( 0 s c e n e s )

RETURN

*1

*2*3

(When using disc)

De t a i lS c e n e No . 6

S c e n e s : 2

SEP 2 7 2 0 0 3 12 : 5 0:01AM

S c e n e No . 7SEP 3 0 2 0 0 3 8 : 0 0:01AM

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Program

What is “program”?

Program refers to an assembly of scenes recorded on the same date regardless of whether they are movie or still.

��Switching to Thumbnail Display of Specific Date (Switch)Since the scenes recorded on this video camera/recorder are collected as “programs” for each recording date, selecting a program will allow you to display only the scenes on a specific date.



3 Choose ”Switch” on the “Program” menu screen, and then press the � button.

4 Select the program to be displayed, and then press the � button.

The Disc Navigation screen of the selected program will appear.

Note:• Pressing the � button on the “Switch Program” screen

will restore the Disc Navigation screen.• The dates displayed on the program select screen will be

in the Date Mode used when the first scenes of programs were recorded, and the date displays M/D/Y, D/M/Y and Y/M/D may be mixed.

9:00AM 10:20AM 11:45AM 1:30PM 5:20PM 8:00PMMovie Movie Still Still Movie Still

Recorded on September 10Program No. 1

Scene No. 1 Scene No. 2 Scene No. 3 Scene No. 4 Scene No. 5 Scene No. 6

P r o g r am

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Sw i t c h P r o g r a m

01 AUG 3 0 2 0 0 302 SEP 1 0 2 0 0 3

A l l P r o g r ams

ENTER RETURN03 SEP 3 0 2 0 0 3

0 01 / 0080 3 9 / 30 / 20 0 3

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��Playing Back Program (Play)You can play back only the selected program.


2 Press then the MENU button.

3 Choose “Play” on the “Program” menu screen, and then press the � button.

4 Select the program to be played back, and then press the � button.

Playback will start from the first scene of the selected program.

Note:If “Repeat Play: On” is specified, the selected program will be repeatedly played back.

�Changing Title of Program (Title)The recording date/time has initially been attached to any program.You can change the recording date/time to any desired title.



3 Choose “Title” on the “Program” menu screen, and then press the � button.

4 Select the program whose title you want to change, and then press the � button.

The screen for setting a title will appear.

5 Select a letter and then press the � button: The selected letter will be entered.

Repeat this procedure to create a title.

P r o g r am

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Sw i t c hP l a yT i t l e

ETC

S t a r t P r o g r a m

01 AUG 3 0 2 0 0 302 SEP 1 0 2 0 0 3

A l l P r o g r ams

ENTER RETURN03 SEP/ 3 0 / 2 0 0 3 8 : 00AM

SEP 3 0 2 0 0 3

P r o g r a m T i t l e

ENTER RETURN

01 AUG 3 0 2 0 0 302 SEP 1 0 2 0 0 303 SEP 3 0 2 0 0 3

INPUT DELETE SELECT

SEP 3 0 2 0 0 3T I T L E

A B C D E F G H I J K L MN O P Q R S T U V W X Y ZÀ È Ì Ò Ù Á É Í Ó Ú Ã Ñ ÕÂ Ê Î Ô Û Ä Ë Ï Ö Ü Ç

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0 SPACE

1 E n t e r C a n c e lSEL

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6 After entering the title, choose “Enter” and then press the � button.

7 The screen for verifying the change in title will appear: Choose “YES”, and then press the � button.

Choose “NO” to cancel changing of the title.After Yes or No setting, the Disc Navigation screen of the selected program will appear.

Note:• If you wish to delete the letter for title, press the � button

once: The input letter will be deleted. Holding down the � button will delete all letters in the TITLE column. You can also use the DELETE button on remote controller to delete any input letters.

• Pressing the SELECT button on the title setting screen (in step 5) will change the cursor position from the title input bar to character select palette, input mode number, and then to “Cancel”.

• To cancel the setting of title, choose “NO” on the screen for verifying the entered title: The screen for verifying cancellation of title setting will appear. To cancel title setting, choose “YES”.

• If you press the � button on the screen for verifying change in title, the title setting screen will be restored.

• Double byte characters set on other devices may be displayed blank on this DVD Palmcorder.

●Characters available for entering title

You can use the joystick to select characters from the “capital letter”, “small letter” and “symbol” input modes.With step 5, select the input mode and then press the � button, or press the DISPLAY button.

ENTER DELETE SELECT

a t a P a r kT I T L E

a b c d e f g h i j k l mn o p q r s t u v w x y zà è ì ò ù á é í ó ú ã ñ õâ ê î ô û ä ë ï ö ü ç ß2 E n t e r C a n c e l

SEL

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0 SPACE

ENTER

F i n i s h t i t l e s e t t i n g ?

T I T L E a t a Pa r k

YES NO

CHANGE DELETE SELECT

T I T L E

A B C D E F G H I J K L MN O P Q R S T U V W X Y ZÀ È Ì Ò Ù Á É Í Ó Ú Ã Ñ ÕÂ Ê Î Ô Û Ä Ë Ï Ö Ü Ç1 E n t e r C a n c e l

SEL

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0 SPACESEP 3 0 2 0 0 3


T I T L E

a b c d e f g h i j k l mn o p q r s t u v w x y zà è ì ò ù á é í ó ú ã ñ õâ ê î ô û ä ë ï ö ü ç ß2 E n t e r C a n c e l

SEL

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0 SPACESEP 3 0 2 0 0 3


T I T L E

3 E n t e r C a n c e lSEL

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0 SPACESEP 3 0 2 0 0 3

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Play List

What is “Play List”?

You can create a play list on this DVD Palmcorder by gathering your favorites from the recorded scenes.Since the play list is not created by copying data, you will consume little of the disc capacity by making a play list. On the other hand, deleting scenes on play list will not increase the remaining disc capacity for recording.

Play lists of up to No. 99 can be created and 999 scenes can be included in play lists of No. 1 to No. 99.

Creating New Play List (Create)

Here we create a play list.


2 Select the scenes to be programmed in a play list.


4 Choose “Create” on the “PlayList” menu screen, and then press the � button.

5 The scene select screen will appear: If the selected scenes on the play list are the ones you want, press the � button.

If you want to change the scenes with which you want to create a play list, you can change them on this screen.With the created play list, you can also add scenes recorded on another day or delete unnecessary scenes afterwards.

6 When creation of a play list is complete, the Disc Navigation screen will appear.

Note:• You can also select multiple scenes (P.100).• If the added scene had skip or fade setting, that

information will also be added to the play list.• The date/time when a play list was created will appear as

the title for the play list.• If free space available on disc is insufficient, creation of

new play list may not be possible: Delete unnecessary scenes.

• Only the data on scenes is recorded on play list: If you create or delete play lists, the original scenes in programs will not be erased.Editing scenes on play list will not affect the scenes in programs.

Example: Program 1 (recorded on September 27, 2003) Program 2 (recorded on September 30, 2003)

Play list 1 created

P l a y L i s t

RAMENTER RETURN

Sw i t c hP l a yC r e a t e

T i t l eETC De l e t e

Ed i t

0 06 / 006

PLAY RAM

0 5 SEP/ 3 0 / 2003 8 : . .


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●Editing on play listWhen making settings on play list, such as changing title, adding fade, setting skip, etc., use the same procedure for setting on program or scenes. Perform these settings, referring to the following reference pages:

Setting skip, P.106Adding fade, P.107Combining scenes, P.109Dividing a scene, P.110Changing title, P.117

Switching to Display of Each Play List (Switch)

Select the desired one of multiple play lists: The Disc Navigation screen of the selected play list will appear.



3 Choose “Switch” on the “PlayList” menu screen, and then press the � button.

4 Use the “Switch Playlist” screen to select the play list you wish to display, and then press the � button.

The Disc Navigation screen of the selected play list will be displayed.

Note:To display the Disc Navigation screen showing all programs (all recorded scenes), choose “All Programs” on the “Switch PlayList” screen.

Sw i t c h P l a y L i s t

01 AUG 3 0 2 0 0 3 12 : 3 0PM02 SEP 1 0 2 0 0 3 8 : 0 0AM

A l l P r o g r ams

ENTER RETURN03 SEP 1 2 2 0 0 3 9 : 3 0AM

P l a y L i s t

RAMENTER RETURN

C r e a t eEd i t

Sw i t c hP l a y

T i t l eD e l e t eETC

0 01 / 0080 1 AUG 3 0 2003 1 2 : . .

PLAY RAM


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Playing Back a Play List (Play)



3 Choose “Play” on the “PlayList” menu screen, and then press the � button.

4 Use the “Start Playlist” screen to select the play list to be played back, and then press the � button.

The selected play list will be played back from the first scene. To cancel playback midway, press the � button: The Disc Navigation screen of the play list being played back will appear.

Note:If “Repeat Play On” is specified, the play list will be repeatedly played back (See page 132).

S t a r t P l a y L i s t

01 AUG 3 0 2 0 0 3 12 : 3 0PM02 SEP 1 0 2 0 0 3 8 : 0 0AM

ENTER RETURN

03 SEP 1 2 2 0 0 3 9 : 3 0AM04 SEP 2 0 2 0 0 3 3 : 1 5PM

P l a y L i s t

RAMENTER RETURN

C r e a t eEd i t

Sw i t c hP l a y


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Adding Scenes to Play List (Editing Play List)

You can later add scenes to the play list.



3 Choose “Edit” on the “PlayList” menu screen, and then press the � button.

4 Use the play list select screen to select the play list to which you wish to add scenes, and then press the � button.

The scenes of the program that was displayed in step 1 will appear in the upper row, and the scenes of selected play list will appear in the lower row.

Note:If the DISPLAY button is pressed when the thumbnails are displayed, the recording date/time of the selected scene will appear across the bottom of screen. Press DISPLAY again to restore the previous screen.

5 Tilt the joystick down to move the cursor to the lower row, and tilt it to left or right to select the point where the scene is to be inserted.

6 Tilt the joystick up to move the cursor to the upper row, and tilt it to the left or the right to point the cursor to the scene to be added.

7 Press the � button to copy the scene.

After adding scenes is completed, the edited play list will appear.Repeat steps 5-7 to add other scenes.

8 Press the � button: The screen for verifying exit will appear.

Note:• The cursor shows the position where the scene is to be

added.• You can also select multiple scenes (P.100).• Pressing � in the middle of adding scenes will display the

screen for verifying an exit from “Edit PlayList”. Choose “YES” to exit the edition of play list. Choosing “NO” will restore the “Edit PlayList” screen.

• If you press the MENU button in step 5 or 6, the submenu screen for editing play list will appear. You can also use this submenu to add scenes (See page 104).

P l a y L i s t

RAMENTER RETURN

C r e a t eEd i t

Sw i t c hP l a y


Ed i t P l a y L i s t

01 AUG 3 0 2 0 0 3 12 : 3 0PM02 SEP 1 0 2 0 0 3 8 : 0 0AM

ENTER RETURN

03 SEP 1 2 2 0 0 3 9 : 3 0AM04 SEP 2 0 2 0 0 3 3 : 1 5PM

Ed i t P l a yL i s t

P l a y L i s t N o . 0 1

A l l P r o g r ams 0 0 4 / 0 1 4

0 0 7 / 0 0 7

ADD EXIT



A l l P r o g r ams 0 0 4 / 0 1 4

0 0 8 / 0 0 8

AUG 3 0 2 0 0 3 1 2 : 3 0 : 0 1PM

Recording date/time



A l l P r o g r ams 0 0 4 / 0 1 4

0 0 8 / 0 0 8

ADD EX I T

Insertion position

Scene to be added

*1 *2*1: Number of scene before insertion position cursor *2: Number of all scenes on play list


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Deleting Scenes from Play List (Editing Play List)


2 Display the editing screen of the play list to be edited.

Perform steps 2−4 on page 122.

3 Move the cursor to the play list in lower row, and place the cursor on the scene to be deleted.


Repeat steps 3 and 4 to delete other scenes.


Note:• You can also select multiple scenes (P.100).• Place the cursor on scene to be deleted, and then press

the DELETE button on remote controller: You can also delete the scene on the play list.

Adding Scenes Using Submenu for Editing (Editing Play List)

You can use the menu screen to add scenes to a play list.




3 From the play list in lower row, select the position where you wish to insert a scene.

4 Select the scenes to be added from the upper row.


6 Choose “Add”, and then press the � button.

Repeat steps 3-6 to add other scenes.


Note:• The selected scenes will be added in the insertion

position.• You can also select multiple scenes (P.100).



A l l P r o g r ams 0 0 4 / 0 1 4

0 0 8 / 0 0 8

EX I TDELETE


P l a y L i s t No . 02

A l l P r o g r ams 0 0 4 / 0 1 4

0 0 7 / 0 0 7

EX I TDELETE



A l l P r o g r ams 0 0 4 / 0 1 4

0 0 7 / 0 0 7

ADD EX I T

Scene to be addedInsertion position

Ed i tA l l P r o g r a ms

ENTER RETURN

0 0 7 / 0 0 7P l a y L i s t N o . 0 3

0 0 4 / 0 1 4E x i tA d d



A l l P r o g r ams 0 0 4 / 0 1 4

0 0 8 / 0 0 8

ADD EX I T


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Deleting Scenes Using Submenu for Editing (Editing Play List)

You can delete scenes from play list on the editing screen.




3 Move the cursor to the play list in lower row.

4 Select the scene to be deleted, and then press the MENU button.

5 Choose “Delete” on the “Edit” menu screen, and then press the � button.

Repeat steps 3-5: other scenes can be deleted.


Note:• If all scenes on play list are deleted, the play list itself will

also be deleted.• You can also select multiple scenes (P.100).

Selecting Scenes Using Submenu for Editing (Editing Play List)

You can specify the range of scenes when adding or deleting consecutive multiple scenes to/from play list. This “Select” menu item is useful when selecting consecutive multiple scenes in items for adding or deleting scenes using menu on page 114.




3 Specify the first scene of those you wish to select, and then press the MENU button.

4 Choose “Start → Current”, “Current → End”, “All” on the “Select” menu screen, and then press the � button.

Note:See page 114 for the status of scenes to be selected.



P l a y L i s t No . 0 4

A l l P r o g r a ms 0 0 1 / 0 1 4

0 0 7 / 0 0 7

ADD EX I T

Ed i t

P l a y L i s t No . 0 4

A l l P r o g r a ms 0 0 1 / 0 1 4

0 0 7 / 0 0 7

ENTER RETURN

E x i tD e l e t e



A l l P r o g r ams 0 0 4 / 0 1 4

0 0 7 / 0 0 7

ADD EX I T

S e l e c t


A l l P r o g r a ms 0 0 1 / 0 1 4

0 0 7 / 0 0 7

ENTER RETURN



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Arranging Order of Scenes (Move)

You can move scenes only when “Category: All” is specified.



3 Choose “Switch” on the “PlayList” menu screen, and then press the � button.

4 Select the scene to be moved.


6 Choose “Scene”, “Edit”, “Move”, and then press the � button.

7 The “Move Scenes” screen will appear: If you are sure you want to move the scene, press the � button.

If you want to change the scene to be moved, you can change it on this screen.

8 Move the “ ” mark to the position where you wish to move the scene, and then press the � button.

9 The screen for verifying move will appear: Choose “YES”, and then press the � button.

Choose “NO” to cancel move.After Yes or No setting, the scene select screen will be restored.Repeat steps 7 - 9 to move another scene.

10Press the � button to quit.


button in step 7, the submenu screen will appear.• You can also move multiple scenes (P.100).• Stills can also be moved.• Only scenes on play list can be moved.

S c e n e

RAMENTER RETURN


T hu mb n a i lS k i pF adeComb i n eD i v i d eMo v eETC

Se l e c t I n s e r t P o i n t 0 0 6 / 0 1 9

RAMENTER CANCEL

ENTER

Mov e s c e n e s ?

Mov e S c e n e

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Changing Title of Play List (Title)

The play lists have serial numbers in the order you have created them, along with the created dates/times: You can change this title at any time.



3 Choose “Title” on the “PlayList” menu screen, and then press the � button.

4 Use the “Playlist Title” screen to select the play list whose title you wish to change, and then press the � button.

See “Changing Title of Program (Title)” on page 117 for how to enter a title.

5 The screen for verifying exit will appear: Choose “YES” and then press the � button.


After changing the title, the Disc Navigation screen on the play list whose title has been changed will appear.

Note:The registered title can be changed at any time using the same procedure.

Deleting Play List (Delete)



3 Choose “Delete” on the “PlayList” menu screen, and then press the � button.

4 Use the “Delete Playlist” screen to select the play list you wish to delete, and then press the � button.

5 The screen for verifying deletion will appear: Choose “YES”, and then press the � button.

Choose “NO” to cancel deletion.After Yes or No setting, the Disc Navigation screen of all programs will be restored.

Note:Even if you delete a play list, the original scenes stored on disc will not be deleted.

P l a y L i s t T i t l e

01 AUG 3 0 2 0 0 3 12 : 3 0PM02 SEP 1 0 2 0 0 3 8 : 0 0AM

ENTER RETURN

03 SEP 1 2 2 0 0 3 9 : 3 0AM04 SEP 2 0 2 0 0 3 3 : 1 5PM

ENTER

F i n i s h t i t l e s e t t i n g ?

T I T L E a t a Pa r k

YES NO

0 01 / 008

PLAY RAM

0 1 a t a Pa r k

D e l e t e P l a y L i s t

01 AUG 3 0 2 0 0 3 12 : 3 0PM02 SEP 1 0 2 0 0 3 8 : 0 0AM

ENTER RETURN

03 SEP 1 2 2 0 0 3 9 : 3 0AM04 SEP 2 0 2 0 0 3 3 : 1 5PM

De l e t e P l a y L i s t

De l e t e P l a y L i s t ?

P l a y L i s t No. 0 1AUG 3 0 2 0 0 3 1 2 : 30PM

ENTER

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Go To

From the Disc Navigation screen, you can jump to the first scene or last scene.

Top (End)



3 Choose “Top” or “End” on the “Go To” menu screen, and then press the � button.

Go T o

RAMENTER RETURN

En dETC

To p


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Disc or Card Management

��Verifying Remaining Free Space on Disc or Card (Capacity)You can find out how long you will be able to record on one side of disc or on card.



3 Choose “Capacity” on the “Disc” or “Card” menu screen, and then press the � button.

*1 With DVD-R disc: The quality mode first used for recording with disc will appear.

*2 With DVD-R disc: This will not be displayed.


The Disc Navigation screen will be restored.

Note:With a write-protected disc or locked card, the remaining space will always be displayed as “0”.

�Protecting Disc from Writing (Protect Disc)You can protect a DVD-RAM disc in order to prevent recorded images from being erased or edited by mistake.



3 Choose “Protect Disc” on the “Disc” menu screen, and then press the � button.

4 The screen for verifying protection will appear:

Choose “YES”, and then press the � button.

Choose “NO” to cancel protection.After “YES” or “NO” setting, the Disc Navigation screen will be restored.

Note:• To release disc protection, perform the same procedure

as above: The screen for verifying the release of protection will appear.Choose “YES” to release the protection.

• Further recording will not be possible on protected disc until the protection is released.

Cap a c i t y

Cap a c i t y : 9 0%

A p p r o x .V I DEO( X T R A ) : 17m i nV I DEO( F I N E ) : 26m i nV I DEO( S T D) : 54m i nPHOTO : 9 9 6

RETURN

Cap a c i t y

Cap a c i t y : 9 6%

A p p r o x .PHOTO( F I N E ) : 4 6 2PHOTO( NORM) : 9 2 4PHOTO( ECO) : 1 8 4 8

RETURN

(When using disc)

*1

*2

(When using card)

D i s c

RAMENTER RETURN

Ca pac i t yP r o t e c t D i scF o r ma t D i s cUpd a t e Con t r o l I n f o .ETC

ENTER

P r o t e c t D i s c

YES NO

W r i t e p r o t e c t d i s c ?


PLAY RAM

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��Initializing DVD-RAM Disc or Card (Format Disc. format Card)If you want to erase all data on a recorded disc or card, you can initialize it rather than delete the data: Initialization is useful in this case, since it takes less time than deleting all data. The initialized disc or card can be used again.



3 Choose “Format Disc” or “Format Card” on the “Disc” or “Card” menu screen, and then press the � button.

The screen for verifying “Format Disc” or “Format Card” will appear.

4 Choose “YES”, and then press the � button.

Choose “NO” to cancel initialization.

When initializing one side of the disc is complete, the DVD Palmcorder will return to the recording pause status.

Note:• Initialization will delete all the recorded contents on disc

or card: Be careful not to delete data by mistake.• Be sure to use the AC adapter/charger when initializing

disc or card so that the DVD Palmcorder is not turned off midway. If initialization is interrupted by power turning off, the disc or card will not be initialized correctly, or it may be damaged.

• It may not be possible to initialize a disc with many scratches or dirt: Such a disc cannot be used.

• If you use a brand-new DVD-R disc, message “Disc is not formatted” will appear: Initialize the disc, following the subsequent messages (See page 44).

• This DVD Palmcorder may not recognize some discs or cards that have been initialized on PC or a device other than this DVD Palmcorder.

• If you attempt to initialize a disc or card in this DVD Palmcorder when it is connected to PC via USB cable, the disc or card may not be initialized and may be unusable on this DVD Palmcorder.

ENTER

A l l d a t a w i l l b e d e l e t e d .F o r ma t t h e d i s c n o w ?

F o r ma t D i s c

YES NO

ENTER

A l l d a t a w i l l b e d e l e t e d .F o r ma t t h e ca r d n o w ?

F o r ma t Ca r d

YES NO

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�Updating Control Information of DVD-RAM DiscDisc Navigation in this DVD Palmcorder handles information on scenes, such as skip, fade, in a particular manner. If you use another device to edit a disc recorded on this DVD Palmcorder, and then use the data again with Disc Navigation in this DVD Palmcorder, the Disc Navigation may not appear normally. If this happens, use the Update Control Info function to update the data.



3 Choose “Update Control Info.” on the “Disc” menu screen, and then press the � button.

The screen for verifying “Update Control Info.” will appear.


The message for proceeding will appear, and then the Disc Navigation menu screen will be restored.A black screen may appear while the message for updating is displayed.Choose “NO” to cancel updating.


Note:• Be sure to use the AC adapter/charger when updating the

control information so that the DVD Palmcorder is not turned off midway. If updating of control information is interrupted by power off, the control information will not be updated correctly.

• It may take time to update the control information if the disc has many recorded scenes.

• Pressing the � button on the screen for verification will restore the thumbnail display screen.

ENTER

U p d a t e C o n t r o l I n f o ?

U p d a t e C o n t r o l I n f o .

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�Finalizing Disc (DVD-R)If you want to play back a DVD-R disc recorded on this DVD Palmcorder, using a device conforming to 8 cm DVD-R disc - such as a DVD player, etc. - you must finalize the disc on this DVD Palmcorder.The finalized DVD-R disc can be played on a DVD player, as “DVD Video”: The date of program will appear on the menu screen of DVD player as a title.



3 Choose “Finalize Disc” on the “Disc” menu screen, and then press the � button.

The disc will be finalized.


The message showing that the disc is being finalized will appear, and the disc will then be finalized.

will appear on the Disc Navigation screen for a finalized disc.

5 When finalization is complete, the Disc Navigation screen of all programs will appear.

Important Note:Do not finalize a disc recorded on this DVD Palmcorder using any other device.• No recording can be done on any DVD-R disc that has

been finalized.• If the disc in the DVD Palmcorder has already been

finalized, you cannot choose “Finalize Disc”.• Be sure to use the AC adapter/charger when finalizing

disc. Finalization cannot be executed using a battery pack. If finalization is interrupted by power turning off, the disc will not be finalized correctly, or it may be damaged.

• The time required to finalize the disc that appears on the “Finalize Disc” screen is only for reference.

• The shorter the recording time on disc, the longer it will take to finalize it.

ENTER

F u r t h e r r e c o r d i n g o n t h i sd i s c w i l l b e i m p o s s i b l e .F i n a l i z e ? ( A p p o r o x . 2 3 m i n . )

F i n a l i z e D i s c

YES NO


PLAY

Finalized DVD-R disc

SELECT I TEM

TOP PREV NEXT END

001 / 010

0 1 : S E P 1 0 2 0 0 30 2 : S E P 1 5 2 0 0 30 3 : S E P 1 8 2 0 0 30 4 : OC T 8 2 0 0 30 5 : OC T 1 0 2 0 0 3

0 6 : NO V 1 0 2 0 0 30 7 : NO V 1 0 2 0 0 30 8 : NO V 1 0 2 0 0 30 9 : D E C 1 0 2 0 0 31 0 : D E C 1 0 2 0 0 3

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Others

Displaying Movies or Stills Independently (Category)

Scenes recorded on this DVD Palmcorder will be displayed in the order of recording regardless of whether they are movies or stills. You can use the Disc Navigation screen to switch this display to stills only or movies only.



3 Choose “Category” on the “Others” menu screen, and then press the � button.

4 Specify the desired option for display, and then press the � button.

All: To display all scenes, movies or stills, in the order of recording.

VIDEO: To display only movies in the order of recording.

PHOTO: To display only photos in the order of recording.

��Playing Back Scenes Repeatedly (Repeat Play)



3 Choose “Repeat Play” on the “Others” menu screen , and then press the � button.

4 Choose “On”, and then press the � button: Playback will start.

Choose “Off” to cancel Repeat Play Setting.

●When Repeat Play is set:If one scene has been specified: When playback of the last scene is finished, playback of all scenes will repeat from the first scene.If the range for playback has been specified: Playback of the scenes in that range will repeat.

●To release Repeat PlayUse one of the following 3 methods to release:• Choose “Off” in step 4 above.• Turn the DVD Palmcorder off once.• Press the DISC EJECT button to remove the disc.

Note:• Press the � button to terminate playback. However, the

Repeat Play setting will not be cancelled.• Still images can also be played back repeatedly.• Repeat playback will not function when playback is

instructed from the recording pause status.

O t h e r s

ENTER RAMRETURN

C a t e g o r yR e p e a t P l a y

V I DEOA l l

PHOTO


PLAY RAM

(When “PHOTO” is specified)

O t h e r s

ENTER RAMRETURN

C a t e g o r yR e p e a t P l a y

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�Slide Show (Continuous Playback of Stills)

If you play back stills recorded on a card, the DVD Palmcorder will enter the playback pause status after each still is played back.Setting Slide Show allows you to continuously play back stills.



3 Choose “Slide Show”, “All” or “DPOF”, and then press the � button.

All: To play all stills recorded on card in slide show.

DPOF: To play only stills to which DPOF has been set in slide show.

Pressing the � button will start slide show. When playback is finished, the DVD Palmcorder will enter the playback pause status at the final still.Pressing the � button will restore the Disc Navigation screen.

Note:• One still is played for approx. 5 seconds.• With slide show, playback starts from the first still on card.• If you press the � button or turn the DVD Palmcorder off,

Slide Show will be canceled.S l i d e S h o w

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Installing SoftwareBefore installing the DVD-RAM driver on the CD-ROM provided with this DVD Palmcorder, make sure that another DVD-RAM driver has not already been installed in your PC.If another DVD-RAM driver has already been installed, uninstall it, and then install the DVD-RAM driver bundled on the provided CD-ROM. Uninstall the previous DVD-RAM driver by choosing “Add/Remove Programs” or “Add/Remove Applications” on Windows® Control Panel.If any question messages appear that mean “This file is not used on another application. Do you wish to delete it together?” during uninstalling, click “No” for all such questions.

Note:This guide uses the screen of Windows® XP to explain in stalling software: Use the same procedure for Windows® 98 Second Edition/Me/2000 Professional to install the DVD-RAM driver.

Compatible PC for use with DVD Camcorder: VDR M30Personal computer : IBM PC/AT compatible computerOS : Windows® 98 Second Edition/ME/2000 Professional/XPCPU : Pentium® III 450 MHz or faster or Celeron® 633 MHz or faster

(Pentium®IV 1.2 GHz or faster is recommended.)This unit may not be operated with the Pentium® compatible CPU not made by Intel® or AMD®. This unit also may not be operated with K6-2/K6-III by AMD®.

Memory : 128 MB or moreFree disk space : 400 MB or more (not including the space for which images and stills are copied and

edited)Display resolution : 1024 × 768 dots or moreDisplay mode : High Color (16 bits), 65,536 colors or more (Display adapter supported by DirectX®

8.1, video memory ; 4 MB or more.) Sound card : This unit requires sound card supported by DirectSound®.USB : This unit requires one USB port.

Operations will not be guaranteed under the following conditions.• The OS other than Windows® 98 Second Edition/Me/2000 Professional/XP is installed.• Operating computers installing Pentium® compatible CPU not made by Intel® or AMD®.• Connecting this unit to your computer through a USB hub.• Connecting this unit to your computer without the provided USB Cable and 5 pin Mini USB Cable of

type B(Generally available). • Connecting USB equipments other than the keyboard, the mouse and this unit to your computer.• This unit does not support multiprocessors.• In some cases, defects or limitations may occur depending on the combinations of other software or

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Contents on Provided CD-ROMThe CD-ROM supplied with the DVD Palmcorder contains the following folders:

Although the CD-ROM may contain a folder or file other than the above, they will not be needed on this DVD Palmcorder unless some special instruction is given.

Contains the installer for DVD-MovieAlbumSE (see page 142 for installation).You can use DVD-MovieAlbumSE to edit the images recorded

on DVD-RAM disc and create a 3D title.

Contains the installer for MyDVD (see page 144 for installation).You can use MyDVD to create a DVD-Video disc from movies edited on DVD-MovieAlbumSE.

Contains the installer for DVD-RAM Driver (see page 140 for installation).Install this driver if you wish to use JPEG stills recorded on DVD-RAM disc, on your PC.

Contains the installer for USB driver (see page 137 for installation).Install this driver when using the provided USB cable to connect this DVD Palmcorder to PC: If the USB terminal of your PC is USB, use this driver.

Contains the installer for Acrobat Reader.If Acrobat Reader is not installed in your PC, you will need to install it in order to open the on-line manuals (instruction manual files) for DVD-MovieAlbumSE and DVD-RAM Driver.


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●DVD-MovieAlbumSEYou can read the instruction manual using either of the following procedures:• Open the PDF file in DVD-MovieAlbumSE\manual\English folder contained on the provided CD-ROM.

• After installing DVD-MovieAlbumSE, open “Programs”or “All Programs” from the Windows “Start” menu, choose “Panasonic” and “DVD-MovieAlbumSE”, and then open “On-line Manual”.

To read the above manual, you will need Adobe Acrobat Reader.If Adobe Acrobat Reader has not been installed in your PC, start AcrobatReader\English\AR505ENU.exe on the provided CD-ROM to install it.

●MyDVD• After installing MyDVD, open “Programs” or

“All Programs” from the Windows “Start” menu, choose “Sonic” and “MyDVD”, and then open the electronic instruction manual in “Documentation” folder.

To read the above manual, a Web browser (Internet Explorer, Netscape Communicator, etc.) must be set up in your PC.If you cannot open the electronic instruction manual of MyDVD, consult the maker of your PC about the setup method for Web browser.

●DVD-RAM driver• After installing the DVD-RAM driver, open

“Programs” or “All Programs” from the Windows “Start” menu, choose “Panasonic DVD-RAM” and “DVD-RAM Driver”, and then open “Using DVD-RAM disc”.

No electronic instruction manual is provided with the USB driver.

Note:Although the above software programs can be used on Windows®98 Second Edition or later is needed to fully utilize all functions of DVD-MovieAlbumSE.

Read the electronic instruction manuals (on-line manuals) on PC for complete information on using each software program.


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INSTALLING USB DRIVER

When you install the USB driver “Panasonic DVD CAMERA USB Interface”, at the same time you install the “Panasonic “DVD CAMERA SCSI Interface”. Use the following procedure to install the both:

1 Insert the provided CD-ROM into PC, and open the “VDR-M30” drive from “My Computer”, and then double-click “USBready” icon. “USB Ready” messege will appear.

2 Set the power switch of DVD Palmcorder to “O VIDEO“, and then use the provided PC connection cable to connect the DVD Palmcorder to the USB terminal of PC.

When the “Found New Hardware Wizard” screen appear (Panasonic DVD CAMERA USB Interface), make sure that “Install the software automatically [ Recommended ] has been checked, and then click “Next”.

When using OS other than Windows® XP, choose the following folder:D: \ USB_Driver \(D : shows the name of drive into which the CD-ROM is inserted.)

3 When using Windows 2000 or XP, a warning message will appear, but click “Continue Anyway”(If the window for choosing Dz31u.inf or Dz31s.inf appears , choose Dz31u.inf.)

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4 When installation of the USB device driver for DVD-CAM is finished, click “Finish”.

5 When the “Found New Hardware Wizard” screen appears again (Panasonic DVD CAMERA SCSI Interface), make sure that “Install the software automatically [ Recommended ]” has been checked, and then click “Next”.(If the window for choosing Dz31u.inf or Dz31s.inf appears, choose Dz31u.inf.)

6 When using Windows 2000 or XP, a warning message will appear, but click “Continue Anyway”.

7 When installation of the SCSI device driver for DVD-CAM is finished, click “Finish”.

If a message that prompts you to restart the PC appears, restart it.

8 If still images are recorded on disc, use Windows Explorer to double-click the drive icon of DVD Palmcorder, and then click the “DCIM \ 100CDPFP \ “folder : The still JPEG files will appear.

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●Operation with DVD Palmcorder connected

• The following operations are not possible when connected to PC:- Camera recording and playback using

operation buttons on DVD Palmcorder- Power off using the power switch on DVD

Palmcorder• No image will appear on the LCD screen or

viewfinder of DVD Palmcorder when it is connected to PC:Make sure of the connection with PC, using the ACCESS/PC indicator that shows access to DVD-RAM or DVD-R disc, or the beep sound that indicates the start and end of PC connection.(When disc is not accessed, the ACCESS/PC indicator will not blink or light.)


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Installing DVD-RAM Driver

The following explanation uses the screens for Windows® XP: Use the same procedure for Windows® 98 Second Edition / Me / 2000 Professional to install the DVD-RAM driver.

1 Open the “DVD-RAM Driver” folder on the provided CD-ROM and click “setup” or “setup.exe” to start it.

2 The driver setup screen will appear: Click the “Driver and Formatter Setup” button.

3 Click “Next”.

4 Check the contents of License Agreement: If you accept it, click “Yes” (The contents displayed on actual screen may differ from those in the figure.).

5 Check the folder in which the DVD-RAM driver will be installed, and then click “Next”.

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6 Check the program folder to be installed, and then click “Next”.

7 Click “Next”.

8 Installation will start. When installation is complete, some notes will appear: Check the contents, and then click “x” at the top right of window.

The contents displayed on actual screen may differ from those in the figure.

9 If your PC uses Windows® XP / 98 Second Edition / Me, a message that prompts you to restart will appear: Click “Finish” and then restart the PC.

Installing the DVD-RAM driver is now complete.If your PC uses Windows® 2000 Professional, proceed with step 10.

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10If your PC uses Windows® 2000 Professional, a message announcing the start for detecting device will appear: Click “Finish”. The detection of device will start, after which it will take several minutes for PC to detect the device. When detecting the device is complete, a message that prompts you to restart will appear: Click “Yes” and then restart the PC.

Installing the DVD-RAM driver is now complete.

Installing DVD-MovieAlbumSE

Software “DVD-MovieAlbumSE” is used to edit movies that conform to DVD video recording standard, and stills recorded on DVD-RAM disc.

1 Insert the provided CD-ROM into the CD-ROM drive of PC.

2 Use Windows My Computer or Explorer to open the folder where CD-ROM is stored.

3 Open the DVD-MovieAlbumSE folder, and then double-click “Setup” or “Setup.exe”.

4 The screen for installing “DVD-MovieAlbumSE” will appear: Click “Next”.

5 Carefully read the Software License Agreement: If you accept it, click “Yes”.

6 Choose the TV broadcast system (NTSC or PAL), click “Next”.

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7 If you do not change the folder where the software is installed, click “Next”.

8 If you do not change the program folder name, click “Next”.

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9 Check the contens, and then click “Next”.

Instllation will start.If your PC uses Windows® 2000 Professional, a message announcing “READ ONLY FILE DETECTION MESSAGE” will appear:Click “No”.

Proceed with installation. following the instructions on screen.

10A message for verifying whether a short icon is to be created on desktop will appear:

If you want to create one, click “Yes”, If not, choose “No”.

11Choose the restart option, and then click “Finish”.

If your PC uses Windows® XP or Windows® 2000 Professional, set the user name to “Administrator (computer's manager)” (or user name with equivalent authorization), log on to PC, and then install the software (if you do not have authorization, consult your system manager.).When using DVD-MovieAlbum sftware on Windows® XP or Windows® 2000 Professional, log on to your PC as Administrator or with a login name equally authorized. If you log on with a login name other than Administrator, you can not use DVD-MovieAlbum.

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Installing MyDVD

1 Insert the provided CD-ROM into the CD-ROM drive of PC.

2 Use Windows My Computer or Explorer to open the folder where CD-ROM is stored.

3 Open the MyDVD folder, and then double-click “Setup.exe”.

4 The screen for installing “MyDVD” will appear: Click “Next”.

5 After you accept the Software Licence Agreement, if you do not wish to change the folder where the software is installed, click “Next”.

6 Check the contents, and then click “Next”.

Installation will start.

7 Click “Finish”, and then restart the PC.

Sonic Solutions Corporation, which developed MyDVD, recommends user registration of MyDVD, in order to offer appropriate support to customer. The guide for user registration will appear when you start MyDVD for the first time, or you can do it any time by accessing the following URL:http://www.mydvd.com(You will need the Internet connection for user registration.)

For registered customers http://support. sonic. com/login/default. asp Telephone Customer Support (For registered customers only)1-877-383-11249am-6pm Pacific Standard Time. USA (Weekdays only)

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Creating DVD Video on PC from DVD-RAM Disc Recorded on DVD PalmcorderUsing DVD-MovieAlbumSE and MyDVD, you can create a DVD video (DVD-R disc) from the images recorded on this DVD Palmcorder, following the procedure below:

1 Insert a recorded DVD-RAM disc into the DVD Palmcorder, and connect the DVD Palmcorder to the USB terminal of PC.

2 Start DVD-MovieAlbumSE, and edit the images on DVD-RAM disc as necessary.

3 Right-click the thumbnail from which you wish to create a DVD video on the DVD-MovieAlbumSE screen, and execute “Export”.

4 The “Program Export” screen, shown below, will appear: Choose “Same Resolution” and check “Use DVD-Video” in the “Export Mode” setting box. Choose “704 × 480 (recommended)” for “Resolution”.

Note:• Choose “Divide by Marker” in the “Option” box: Each

scene of program recorded on the DVD Palmcorder will be saved as an independent movie file so that export can be executed at high speed. If you do not choose “Divide by Marker”, movie files may be unified and re-encoded, so it may take time to export them or the image quality may slightly deteriorate. DVD-MovieAlbumSE may automatically encode a movie recorded in the XTRA mode containing rapidly moving scenes (8 Mbps or higher), regardless of the “Divide by Marker” setting.

• Do not choose “Simple Export” in the “Export Mode” setting box: Choosing it may stop export midway.

5 Click the Start button to start export.

6 When export is complete, message “The file exporting was completed successfully.Do you wish to create a ‘DVD-Video’ disc or an ‘MPEG file’ disc?” will appear. Check the small box for “Eject the disc being used”, and then click “Yes”.

Insert a brand-new DVD-R disc into the DVD Palmcorder.

7 DVD-MovieAlbumSE will automatically end, and the “Export to Disc” screen will appear: Click the “Start” button.

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8 MyDVD will automatically start. After a few moments, the exported scene will be automatically registered on the MyDVD editing screen:

Now you can change the DVD menu to the desired style, change the title, etc. on this editing screen.

9 Click the Burn button: Writing to DVD-R disc will start. When writing is complete, a DVD video disc will be created.Then the disc cover of DVD Palmcorder will open automatically.

Note:• The following table shows the recordable time on 8 cm

DVD-R disc from MyDVD. The recordable time is shorter than that of 8 cm DVD-RAM disc because MyDVD always records audio in the LPCM format.

Movie quality mode of DVD-RAM disc in DVD

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Recordable time on 8 cm DVD-R disc (using MyDVD)

STD Approx. 40 minutes

FINE Approx. 25 minutes

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Subsidiary Information

CleaningBe sure to set the power switch to “POWER OFF” before cleaning this DVD Palmcorder.

●Cleaning LCD screen and camera lens

Use a dry, soft cloth to wipe dirt off. When cleaning the LCD screen, be careful not to use force, scratch it, or subject it to impact: Doing such could cause a defect in the screen, result in display unevenness, or damage the LCD monitor.

● If dust adheres to the viewfinder lens, remove it using a cotton swab.

Do not rub the lens with force: Doing so could scratch the lens.

●Do not use benzene or thinner to clean DVD Palmcorder case

The coating of case could peel off or the case could deteriorate. Wipe off dirt on the case with a moist cloth which has been completely wrung out. When using a chemical cleaning cloth, follow instructions for use.


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No DVD Palmcorder Operation - Check the Following:

Check 1 No movie can be recorded

Movie can be recorded only on DVD-RAM or DVD-R disc.Check the following:• Is DVD-RAM or DVD-R disc inserted?• Is power switch set to “� VIDEO”?• Is the DVD-RAM disc in DVD Palmcorder write-

protected? Release the write-protect.• Does disc have remaining recording space?If movie still cannot be recorded after the above check is clear, the disc may be damaged: Use another disc.

Check 2 No still can be recorded

Still can be recorded only on DVD-RAM disc, SD Memory Card or MultiMediaCard.Check the following:• Is DVD-RAM disc, SD Memory Card or

MultiMediaCard inserted?• Is power switch set to match the recording medium?

− When using DVD-RAM disc:Set to “� PHOTO”.

− When using SD Memory Card or MultiMediaCard:Set to “� PHOTO”.

• Is loaded DVD-RAM disc write-protected?• When using SD Memory Card: Is it locked?• Does disc or card have remaining recording space?If still cannot be recorded after the above check is clear, the disc or card may be damaged: Use another disc or card.

Check 3 Skip or search playback does not work well

If the temperature inside the DVD Palmcorder is high, normal operation may not be possible. Turn the DVD Palmcorder off, wait for a few moments, and then turn it on again for operation.

Check 4

• No operation can be performed because the ACCESS/PC or CARD ACCESS indicator on this DVD Palmcorder remains lit or blinking.

• After disc or card is inserted, it takes some time until recording is possible.

In the following cases, it will take more time than usual until operation is possible:• When disc or card is removed and then reinserted• When date changes (e.g., during the first recording

of the day)• When the temperature is greatly different from the

status of previous recording• When disc with scratches, dirt or fingerprints is

inserted• When disc is subject to severe vibrations• When the battery or DC cord was disconnected

instead of following the correct procedure using power switch to turn the DVD Palmcorder off


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Check 5 No DVD Palmcorder operation

Is a fully charged battery pack attached?Is the DVD Palmcorder powered from AC outlet?

Check 6 No image in viewfinder

Is LCD monitor open?No image will appear in viewfinder unless the LCD monitor is closed and securely locked to DVD Palmcorder.

Check 7 No image appears on the LCD screen or in the viewfinder

• Is DVD Palmcorder connected to PC using USB cable?Unplug the USB cable.

• Does DVD Palmcorder stop at the end of the scene to which wipe-out was set and played back?Press the DISC NAVIGATION button.


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Error Messages A message may appear while you are operating the DVD Palmcorder. If a message appears, refer to the following table and take appropriate corrective action.Messages on page 149 and later are arranged in alphabetical order.

Message Cause & Troubleshooting Reference page

(1) Data error in a part of image file. Repair data now?(2) Found error in image file. Repair data now?(3) Data error in all image file. Repair all data now?

It is possible that the system cannot normally complete writing of file when power is turned off for some reason during recording or editing (deleting, dividing or combining scenes, or creating play list). Selecting “YES” will automatically repair the video file, but even if “NO” is selected, the same message will appear when the DVD Palmcorder is turned on next time. (Do not remove the disc while the DVD Palmcorder is recognizing it: Ignoring this will deactivate the file repair function.)Follow the instructions on screen, taking note of the following cautions:• Data may not be repaired, depending on the timing when power

was turned off.• Data may not be repaired normally if data recorded on another

recorder is mixed in.• The repaired data may be different from the original recorded

content because of partial deletion of defective portion.• Since the date/time for repair is added to the repaired data (only

the corrected portion for partial repair), the original date/time information will be lost.

• Since all movies, and then all stills, are repaired, the order of recorded contents will be lost.(In case of message (2) (3) only)

• See *1 on page 156.

(1) Disc is not formatted. If it formats, it becomes possible to use for camera.(2) However, when you record from USB terminal, please do not format. (3) Format the disc now?

DVD-R disc that was not initialized for camera use was inserted.

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(1) Error has occurred. Please restart.

• Error has occurred. Try to restart the DVD Palmcorder using the following methods:

(1) Turn power off, remove the battery pack or AC adapter/charger and reattach it, and then turn power on again.(2) Turn power off, and reinsert the disc. Then turn power on again.(3) Take note of the number (xxxx), and then consult your dealer.• See *3 on page 156.

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(2) Error has occurred. Please reinsert a disc.

(3) Error has occurred. Error code No. xxxx. Please read the manual.

(4) ERROR xxxx

Battery pack is almost empty. Replace it.

Replace with a charged battery, or use AC adapter/charger to power the DVD Palmcorder.

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Cannot combine. Deselect PHOTO scenes.

Select only movies and combine them.109

Cannot combine. Select multiple scenes.

Select a range of at least 2 scenes to be combined, and then combine them.

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Cannot delete scenes. This may occur when scene that was edited for division, etc. is to be deleted.Combine the divided scenes, and then delete them.

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Cannot execute. Change display category to ALL.

This message will appear if you attempt to combine or move scenes with “Category: VIDEO or PHOTO” specified. 132

Cannot execute. Unselect multiple scenes.

Division or change in thumbnail was executed when multiple scenes were selected. 100

Cannot move scene in program mode.Create new PlayList.

Scenes can be moved only on a play list.Create a play list and move the scenes on it. 125

CANNOT RECORD PHOTOS

Are you using DVD-R disc? You cannot record still images on DVD-R disc (recordable of still images from PC). Use DVD-RAM disc to record still images.

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Cannot replace thumbnail on PHOTO scene.

The thumbnail of a still cannot be changed.Select a movie. 105

Cannot select any more scenes.

The maximum number of selectable scenes is 999.114

CARD ALMOST FULL Remaining space is only enough to record less than 10 stills.Delete unnecessary stills and try the card, or use another card.

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Card error has occurred.Format the card now?

Was the card formatted on PC? Was formatting interrupted midway? When using the card on this DVD Palmcorder, choose “YES” and format it.

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Card error has occurred.Formatting is not complete.

The card may be damaged: Use another card.27

Card error. • The card terminals may be dirty: Wipe off dirt, and try the card again, or use another card.

• Data other than still image may be included: Use another card.27

Card error has occurred. Keep card inside & restart.

Card error could have occurred during editing of scenes. Turn off the DVD Palmcorder with the card being used inside, connect the AC adapter/charger, and then power the DVD Palmcorder again. Repair of scenes will be attempted.

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Card full. Delete unnecessary stills and try the card, or use another card.

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Card full.Cannot execute.

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Card has no data. This message will appear when the � button is pressed with a card inserted on which no still is recorded. (It will appear if you attempt playback or editing on Disc Navigation, but will not appear if you press � on camera through image.)

Card is not formatted.Format the card now?

Was the card formatted on PC? When using the card on this DVD Palmcorder, choose “YES” and format it.

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Control Information Error.

Mismatch may occur between the recorded image and scene information.Update the control information.

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• Use another disc.• See *3 on page 156.

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COPY PROTECTED The video signal input to this DVD Palmcorder may be copy-guarded.Some prerecorded video materials, such as movies, are guarded against copying.Copy-guarded materials cannot be recorded on this DVD Palmcorder.

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DISC ACCESS The recorded scene is being stored on disc.Wait until the message disappears, and you can start to use the DVD Palmcorder.

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This DVD Palmcorder is verifying whether the correct disc has been inserted.Wait until the message disappears, and you can start to use the DVD Palmcorder.This message will be displayed for a little longer when the date changes.

DISC ALMOST FULL The disc will soon be full, and recording will be impossible.Delete unnecessary scenes and try the disc again, or use another disc.

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Disc error has occurred. Finalizing is not complete.

• Disc error occurred during finalizing, and finalizing failed. Replace the disc.

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Disc error has occurred. Format the disc now?

• Has the disc been initialized on PC? Has initializing the disc on PC been interrupted?Choose “YES” and initialize the disc when using it on this DVD Palmcorder. Initializing the disc will erase all data on it.


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Disc error has occurred. Formatting is not complete.

The disc may be dirty.Remove the disc and wipe off fingerprints, dust, etc. before reusing it, or use another disc.This message may also appear if you insert a disc for which formatting was interrupted midway. In this case, use another disc.

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Disc error has occurred. Keep disc inside & restart.

Disc error could have occurred during editing of scenes.Turn off the DVD Palmcorder with the disc being used in it, connect AC adapter/charger, and then power the DVD Palmcorder again. Repair of scenes will be tried.

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Disc error. • Use another disc.• See *3 on page 156.

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• Mismatch in recording information may be caused by editing done on some device other than this DVD Palmcorder.Initialize the disc or use another disc.

• Initializing the disc will erase all data on it.

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“DISC ERROR” appears when an attempt to release write-protect is made.

If you have write-protected a disc using the write-protect setting tool (WPTOOL) that is equipped with the UDF driver contained on the CD-ROM provided with this DVD Palmcorder, you cannot release the write-protect on this DVD Palmcorder as is. Use the write-protect setting tool on PC to release the write-protect.

Disc full. Cannot execute.

Delete unnecessary scenes before using this disc, or use another disc.

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Disc has no data. This message will appear when the � button is pressed with a disc inserted on which no still is recorded (It will appear if you attempt playback or editing on Disc Navigation, but will not appear if you press � on camera through image.).

Disc has no Play List. Switching of play list was selected with no play list stored. 120

Disc includes protected scenes. Delete scenes?

The disc may be software protected from a device other than this DVD Palmcorder. To release this case, use a device that has executed software-protect.

Disc is full. Cannot add control info.

The number of entered scenes has reached the limit that can be entered, so the control information for generating thumbnails cannot be added.Combine several scenes or delete them.

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Disc is not formatted. Format the disc now?

• Has the disc been initialized on a PC?Choose “YES” and initialize the disc when using it on this DVD Palmcorder. Initialization will delete all data on the disc.

• See *2 on page 156

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DPOF is not set to a scene.

This message will appear when “Slide Show: DPOF” is specified for the card to which DPOF was not set.

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DPOF scenes over limit.Cannot set DPOF scenes.

The maximum number of scenes for which DPOF can be set is 999.113

Drive overheat. Please retry later.

The temperature inside the DVD Palmcorder is too high, and reading or writing of the data on disc may not be performed normally.Turn the DVD Palmcorder off and wait for a while. The temperature will be effectively decreased if the DVD Palmcorder is placed in a well-ventilated spot.

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DVD-R Disc, Video mode cannot be changed.

With DVD-R disc, the movie quality mode once used for recording cannot be changed. 28

END OF DISC The disc is full. You cannot record on this disc anymore. Prepare another disc or delete unnecessary movie scenes from this disc.

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Error occurred. Please replace disc or format disc.

• Abnormality has occurred with the DVD-RAM disc to be repaired. Initialize the disc before using it, or use the another disc. Initializing the disc will erase all data on it.


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Error occurred. Please replace disc.

Use another disc.

Finalize may not be complete. Finalize again now?

Instantaneous shutoff occurred during finalizing, after which power was supplied and disc was inserted. 131

It is unrecordable on this card.

The inserted card cannot be used in this DVD Palmcorder: Use another card.

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JPEG file related to scenes are not found.

This message will appear when stills recorded on DVD-RAM disc using a device other than this DVD Palmcorder are to be copied to card.

No card. Insert a card. 46

No card.Please insert card.

No card is inserted.Insert a card.

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NO DISC This message may appear when the DVD Palmcorder or disc is moved from a cold place to a warm place.Condensation has occurred on the camera/recorder lens or DVD-RAM drive. Do not remove the disc; leave the DVD Palmcorder turned off in a place as dry as possible for 1-2 hours.

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The disc has not been inserted.Insert it.

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No more scenes. Play List was deleted.

• All scenes are deleted from the play list.• Since a play list with no scenes cannot be supported by

specifications, a play list from which all registered scenes have been deselected will be deleted.

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Photo cannot be divided.

Still image cannot be divided.110

PlayLists over limit. An attempt was made to create new play list or copy play list, even though limit specified for play lists in the video recording standard had already been stored.

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Same scenes on Play List will be deleted. Delete scenes?

• This will appear when scenes are to be deleted.• When a play list exists on disc, an attempt to delete scenes in

program will display this message. (This message will not appear if you deselect scenes from play list.)

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Scene without control info. Update control information?

• This message may appear when a disc edited on a device other than this DVD Palmcorder is to be used. In this case, choose “YES” on the verification screen. This DVD Palmcorder will make the disc playable and display the Disc Navigation screen normally.

• This message may appear when a disc is used on which scenes with different recording dates were combined on this DVD Palmcorder. If you choose “YES”, the combined scene will be divided and the Disc Navigation screen will appear normally. If you choose “NO”, the combined scene will not be divided and the Disc Navigation screen will appear normally: In this case, however, this message will appear each time the DVD Palmcorder is turned on.

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Scenes over limit. Cannot add scene.

The number of scenes entered in play list has reached the limit that can be entered.Delete several scenes.

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Scenes over limit. Cannot divide scene.

The number of entered scenes has reached the limit that can be entered.Delete several scenes.

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Scenes over limit. Cannot move scene.

This message will appear if you try to move a scene when the number of scenes has already reached the registrable limit.

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Stop processing The button was pressed to stop processing of multiple scenes.

There was no scene which can be deleted.

This message will appear if you try to delete multiple scenes on Disc Navigation when all the selected scenes have been locked. Release the lock on scenes before executing deletion.

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This card cannot be used.Please replace card.

The card cannot be used in this DVD Palmcorder: Use another card.27

This disc cannot be used. Please replace disc.

A disc that cannot be used on this DVD Palmcorder has been loaded. Check the type of disc. 25

This disc is recorded by the PAL system. Please replace disc.

This DVD Palmcorder can use only discs recorded on the NTSC system. A disc recorded on the PAL system cannot be used on this DVD Palmcorder.

Top scene cannot be divided.

Division is not possible at the start of scene.110

UNFORMAT DISC The disc is not initialized or it is damaged.If this message appears, be sure to initialize the disc on this DVD Palmcorder before using it.Reinitializing even a disc used on this DVD Palmcorder may be necessary (initializing will erase all recorded contents on disc). If this message appears, try to initialize the disc. If the same message still appears, the disc may be damaged: Use another disc.

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Use AC adapter/charger.

Finalization is not possible when the DVD Palmcorder is powered by a battery pack: Use the AC adapter/charger for finalization.

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*1• This message may also appear when dirt adheres to disc. If this message appears when a recorded disc

is recognized immediately after it is inserted, do not repair the disc; remove it and then use a soft, dry cloth to clean off the dirt before using it.

• This message may also appear when condensation occurs. In this case, do not repair the disc; turn the DVD Palmcorder off, wait until it dries out, and then turn it on again.

• If the repair message appears when you turn the DVD Palmcorder on from off with a disc loaded after recording on it, choose repair.

• If the repair message appears when recording and playback are normally possible with another disc - and no condensation occurs and the disc is not dirty - choose repair.

*2• This message may also appear when dirt adheres to disc. In this case, do not initialize the disc; remove

it and then use a soft, dry cloth to clean the dirt before using it.• This message may also appear when condensation occurs. In this case, do not initialize the disc; turn the

DVD Palmcorder off, wait until it dries out, and then turn it on again.• Initialization will delete all data on disc.*3 • This message may also appear when dirt adheres to disc. Remove the disc and then use a soft, dry cloth

to clean the dirt before using it.• This message may also appear when condensation occurs. Wait until the DVD Palmcorder dries out, and

then turn it on again.

Use AC adapter/charger.Turn off power.

Scene cannot be repaired when the DVD Palmcorder is powered by a battery.If the AC adapter/charger is unavailable in handy place, remove the disc, use the opposite side, or use another disc. To repair the removed disc, insert the disc into the DVD Palmcorder afterwards, and connect the AC adapter/charger.

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VIDEO scene cannot be copied to card.

No movie can be copied to card.Select stills and copy them to card.

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Write protected.Check card.

• A locked card or write-protected disc is inserted.• Release the lock or write-protect using the Card or Disc

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TroubleshootingCheck to see the following before asking for a repair. If the suggested solution still cannot restore the DVD Palmcorder to normal, do not attempt to repair it yourself, but consult your dealer.

Power supplies

Symptom Cause and Correction Reference page

Battery pack cannot be charged.* If the battery pack does

not charge after you try the four procedures shown on the right, it may be dead: Purchase a new battery pack.

Is the ambient temperature too low or too high?Charge the battery pack at 50-86ºF (10-30ºC).

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Is the battery pack abnormally hot?Remove the battery pack, leave it for a while to cool down, then charge it.

Is the DC cord connected to AC adapter/charger? Unplug it.

Has the battery pack been unused for a long time?Remove the battery pack, and then reattach it.

Battery pack weakens fast.

Are you using the DVD Palmcorder where the temperature is very low?The DVD Palmcorder can normally be used for 40-60 minutes with a fully charged CGA-DU14A battery pack, but this time will be shorter at low temperatures. Keep extra batteries on hand.

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Battery pack may be dead.The performance of battery pack will deteriorate if it is used for an extended period of time or frequently: Purchase a new battery.

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The CHARGE indicator on AC adapter/charger is blinking.

Is the ambient temperature too low or too high?Charge the battery pack in environment where the temperature is 50-86°F (10-30°). The battery pack has possibly discharged excessively. Continue charging: After a while, the battery pack will be charged to the specified voltage, and the CHARGE indicator will light. Then the battery charge will be completed normally.

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Power turns off immediately after being turned on.

Is battery pack charged?Charge it.

38When power is turned on, the LCD screen will turn on and off.

Power goes off unexpectedly.

Is Power Save set to “On”? If the powered DVD Palmcorder is left for as long as 5 minutes without recording or playback with “Power Save: On” specified, it will automatically turn off to save battery power. To restart recording in this case, set the power switch to “POWER OFF” and then set it to “� VIDEO”. You can also specify “Power Save: Off” to stop automatic power off.

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Power cannot be turned off.

Detach the battery pack or AC adapter/charger once, and then press the RESET button of DVD Palmcorder: Reattach a power supply to DVD Palmcorder before turning it on again.


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During recording


Pressing the REC button will not start recording.

Is input image copy-guarded?Copy-guarded image cannot be recorded on this DVD Palmcorder.

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Recording starts but stops immediately.

Is disc scratched or does dirt or fingerprints adhere to it?Clean the disc. If there is still no improvement, replace the disc.

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Is some other AV device directly connected to the video/audio input/output jack of this DVD Palmcorder?If the AV device is connected via several other devices, such as AV selector, the video signal may not be transmitted incorrectly. In such a case, reduce the number of devices through which the video signal is transmitted, or connect AV device directly.

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Are you attempting to record an image from a video game or PC?From some video games or PCs, images cannot be recorded on this DVD Palmcorder.

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LCD screen is hard to see.

Has brightness of LCD screen been adjusted?Stop recording and adjust the brightness.

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Is the DVD Palmcorder being used outdoors?Use the viewfinder. When using LCD monitor, adjust its angle so that LCD screen is not exposed to direct sunlight.

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Focus is not correct. Is it difficult to use auto focus with your subject?Focus manually.

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Does “MF” appear?The DVD Palmcorder is set to manual focus. Focus the subject manually, or release manual focus.

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Is the diopter control correctly adjusted if you are using the viewfinder as a monitor?Adjust the diopter control.

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In cases other than the above, set the power switch to “POWER OFF”, and then set it to “� VIDEO”, “� PHOTO” or “� PHOTO” again.

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Some vibrations are felt or slight sound is heard from mechanism.

These vibrations or sound are caused by disc drive: This does not indicate a fault.


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During playback


Recognition of disc is not complete

Is disc dirty?Use a soft, dry cloth to clean it.

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Pressing the playback button will not start playback.

Has the image been recorded by devices other than this DVD Palmcorder?Playback of images recorded on devices other than this DVD Palmcorder may be impossible on this DVD Palmcorder.

130Has scene been edited on a device other than this DVD Palmcorder? If a scene recorded on this DVD Palmcorder is edited on a device other than this DVD Palmcorder, playback may not be possible on this DVD Palmcorder.

No playback picture appears on TV screen.

Is TV input selector set correctly?Some TVs have multiple video input jacks. Check whether the correct input was selected on TV to match the connected jacks. If the DVD Palmcorder is connected to VCR, set its input selector to “external input (LINE)”.

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Is the DVD Palmcorder connected to TV correctly?Check the connections.

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Playback picture is momentarily interrupted.

Is disc scratched or does dirt or fingerprints adhere to it?Clean the disc.

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Poor playback picture Was the image input from analog VCR (VHS, 8 mm) and recorded?The problem may be improved if a VCR equipped with TBC circuit is used for playback.

Playback picture is greatly distorted.

Was recording of external input made with “Frame” specified?Specify “Field” for “PHOTO Input” in record mode settings.

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No sound Is the TV volume control set correctly?Adjust TV volume control.

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Disc Navigation thumbnails do not appear.

Was the image recorded from AV input/output jack with interference?Record images with no noise or disturbance.


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When the DVD Palmcorder is connected to PC:


No drive icon appears on PC.

The DVD Palmcorder is not turned on.Check the power supply.

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Driver is not properly recognized.Turn PC off and on again. If the drive icon still does not appear, use “Refresh driver” in Device Manager to reinstall the driver.

Turn PC off and then disconnect the USB cable. Turn PC on again, and then use the USB cable to connect the DVD Palmcorder to PC.

Make sure the USB cable is completely plugged into this DVD Palmcorder.

If a yellow “!” mark is attached to some device in Windows® Device Manager, uninstall the USB device driver, and then reinstall it, following the procedure on page 137.

A fatal exception 0A error occurs while installing USB driver in Windows® 2000 Professional.

It is recommended that you install Windows® 2000 Service Pack 3 or later.

Error occurs in playback of DVD Palmcorder on PC.

If error occurs with USB connection, the transfer rate is not sufficient. It is recommended that you use a USB terminal conforming to USB2.0 when connecting the DVD Palmcorder.

Application is not normally run on PC.

Turn the PC and DVD Palmcorder off, and try again.

Error occurs during writing to DVD-R disc.

The temperature of DVD Palmcorder is too high due to continuous operation.Disconnect the DVD Palmcorder from PC once, remove the disc from the DVD Palmcorder, and then turn it off. After a few moments, connect them again and write to a brand-new disc.

Transfer of images stops. Connect the DVD Palmcorder to another USB terminal of PC. If your PC is a desktop type, it is recommended that you use USB terminal on the back of PC. If you are using USB2.0 extended card, it is also recommended that you install the newest version driver provided by each USB2.0 card maker.

DVD-RAM/R/RW drive built into PC cannot be used after the provided software has been installed.

This problem may be solved if the software related to DVD-RAM/R/RW of your PC is upgraded, or if the UDF driver is uninstalled. However, with Windows® 98 Second Edition / Me / 2000 Professional, uninstalling the UDF driver will make it impossible for the JPEG stills recorded on DVD-RAM of this DVD Palmcorder to be read by the PC.

DVD-R disc cannot be played back on DVD-MovieAlbumSE.

DVD-MovieAlbumSE does not support playback or data read on DVD-R disc: Use generally available DVD video playback software to play back DVD-R disc on PC.

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Error appears when starting DVD-MovieAlbumSE.

Make sure that your PC display adapter (video card) conforms to DirectX8.1.

Video written to hard disk of PC cannot be edited on DVD-MovieAlbum copy tool.

DVD-MovieAlbumSE cannot edit DVD-VR data stored on hard disk of PC: Copy the data to another DVD-RAM disc and then edit it.


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Movies are not recognized by application in PC.

Make sure the power switch of this DVD Palmcorder is set to “� VIDEO”, “� PHOTO” or “� PHOTO”.

The DISC EJECT button is not valid when the DVD Palmcorder is connected to PC.

While the DVD Palmcorder is connected to PC, use Explorer to right-click the DVD Palmcorder drive icon and execute “Eject”.

The DVD-RAM drive of DVD Palmcorder cannot be opened by PC Explorer or application. Error appears. Disc cannot be ejected.

If DVD-MovieAlbumSE is running, terminate it.

When the time stamp of file in DVD-RAM is viewed on PC, it is different from the actual recording time.

The file system of this DVD Palmcorder is operated on Greenwich Mean Time (GMT), and time lag information has not been set. With Windows® as of January, 2003, the time stamp of file viewed on Explorer looks different from the actual recording time. The actual recording time will appear for date/time indication on playback screen.

When DVD-MovieAlbumSE is started, “Disc in Drive X: cannot be used” appears.

A disc other than DVD-RAM is loaded in drive: DVD-MovieAlbumSE cannot be used for media other than DVD-RAM.

Click the “Preference” button in the dialog box, click the “Device Setting” tab to choose the drive where DVD-RAM disc is loaded in the “Drive Select” column, and then click “OK”.

An image that should have been recorded does not appear when DVD-MovieAlbumSE is started.

Click the “Preference” button at top right of DVD-MovieAlbumSE screen, click the “Device Setting” tab to choose the drive where DVD-RAM disc is loaded in the “Drive Select” column, and then click “OK”.

“DISC ERROR” appears when releasing write-protect.

A disc that was write-protected using the write-protect setting tool (WPTOOL) equipped with the UDF driver on the CD-ROM provided with this DVD Palmcorder cannot be released on this DVD Palmcorder as is. Use the write-protect setting tool on PC to release the write-protect.

“USBNTMAP.SYS not found” appears while installing USB driver.

You have designated a folder which is different from that for Windows® when installing USB driver: Designate the correct folder.

No USB HS (high speed) connection even when USB2.0 card is used.

Make sure that you have already installed the driver provided with the USB2.0 card.You will need to install the driver provided by USB2.0 card maker in order to operate the USB2.0 card at HS (high speed).

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Executing “Export” on DVD-MovieAlbumSE will interrupt reading midway.

Do not choose “Simple Export”: If you do, reading will stop midway.

When executing “Export” on DVD-MovieAlbumSE, it will take time to read.

• If stills are included in the range of “export”, it may take more time because data must be re-encoded and read.

• If “Divide by Marker” is not chosen, it may take some time because data will be read while being re-encoded.

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“Hardware Removal” results in error.

Exit Windows® once, and then disconnect the DVD Palmcorder. If your PC uses Windows® 2000 Professional, the problem may be solved if you install Windows® 2000 Service Pack 3 or later.



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Miscellaneous


Power does not come on, or no operation occurs by pressing button.

Execute system reset (press the RESET button). 164

Has the DVD Palmcorder been subjected to impact?The DVD Palmcorder could be damaged. Please contact us.

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The date and time are incorrect.

Has the DVD Palmcorder been left unused for a long period of time?The internal backup memory battery may be discharged: Charge it.

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No scene can be deleted. Is the cursor placed on the scene to be deleted?If the selected scene (framed in red) exists, that scene will be deleted even if you use yellow cursor to select any scene. Check the colors of cursors and bar graph on the thumbnail screen.

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Disc cannot be removed. Did you detach the battery pack or AC adapter/charger before setting the power switch to “POWER OFF”?Connect the battery pack or AC adapter/charger, set the power switch to “� VIDEO” and then “POWER OFF”, and remove the disc.

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DVD Palmcorder cannot be operated from remote control.

Is the remote controller pointed at the infrared receiver on DVD Palmcorder?Point it at the infrared receiver to operate the DVD Palmcorder.

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Is the infrared receiver on DVD Palmcorder exposed to direct sunlight or strong fluorescent light, etc.?The remote controller cannot operate the DVD Palmcorder when strong light strikes the infrared receiver. Adjust the place or angle of the DVD Palmcorder.

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Is there battery pack in the remote controller?Also check the polarities of battery pack. The battery pack could be dead: Try replacing it.

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Is the DVD Palmcorder powered?Turn it on.

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Disc cover cannot be closed.

Is disc correctly inserted?Was disc inserted from wrong direction?Remove the disc and then reinsert it.

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Operating sound is heard cyclically.

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System ResetIf the DVD Palmcorder does not operate normally, perform “System Reset”: The DVD Palmcorder may recover to normal. “System Reset” will reset all settings to factory defaults. The date and time will also be reset: Set the date and time again before using the DVD Palmcorder.

1 Set the power switch to “POWER OFF” to turn the DVD video camera/reorder off.

Detach the battery pack or AC adapter/charger.

2 Use a fine tipped pen to hold down the reset button for several seconds.

All settings will be reset.

Note:Do not press the reset button with undue force.

●List of setting items

* Some items will not appear depending on the disc or card inserted.

Item Default Setting method

Camera Functions Setup Program AE Auto P. 82

White Bal. Auto P. 83

ElS On P. 85

Dig.Zoom 40× P. 86

Wind Cut Off P. 87

Record Functions Setup VIDEO Mode FINE P. 88

Quality FINE P. 89

Input Source CAMERA P. 90

PHOTO Input Field P. 90

Self Timer Off P. 91

OSD Output On P. 92

Date Setup Date Mode M/D/Y P. 51

Date Set JAN 1 2003 00:00AM P. 50

LCD Setup Brightness P. 93

Color Level P. 93

Initial Setup Beep On P. 94

Power Save Off P. 94

Record LED On P. 95

Language English P. 95


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Major SpecificationsDVD Palmcorder Information for your safety

Power Source: DC 7.9/7.2 VPower Consumption: Recording (FINE)

4.7 W (When using Viewfinder)5.7 W (When using LCD Monitor)

CCD 1/4-inch interlaced

Total number of pixels: approx. 680,000Number of effective pixels

movie: approx. 340,000still: approx. 310,000

Lens F1.8-2.5, f = 1/8”-1-1/4” (3.15-31.5 mm)Filter diameter: 1-3/16” (30.5 mm)

Focus Auto/Manual

Zoom Optical 10×, 40×-240× with digital zoom added (40× for still)

Required minimum illumination 12 lx (3 lx : When Low Light mode is selected)

Viewfinder 0.44-inch color TFT (approx. 110,000 pixels)

LCD monitor 2.5-inch color TFT (approx. 120,000 pixels)

Electronic image stabilizer Electronic type

Shutter speed 1/60 - 1/4000 second (movie)

Self-timer recording Still recording only

External microphone jack ø3.5 mm stereo mini-jack: (a plug-in power type microphone cannot be used)

Recording mode Movie (with sound)Still (with DVD-RAM disc, SD Memory Card, MultiMediaCard)

Maximum recordable time (per side)

DVD-RAM disc approx. 18 minutes (XTRA)approx. 30 minutes (FINE)approx. 60 minutes (STD)

DVD-R disc approx. 30 minutes (FINE)approx. 60 minutes (STD)approx. 30 minutes (LPCM)

Maximum number of recordable stills

DVD-RAM disc (per side)

999. However, if movies and stills are mixed on one disc, the recordable number will decrease.

SD Memory Card Varies depending on the recording quality and the type of card. (P. 29)

Recording format DVD-RAM disc Movie: Conforming to DVD video recording standard (MPEG 1 Audio layer 2)

Still: Simultaneous recording, conforming to DVD video recording standard (704 × 480 pixels) and JPEG (640 × 480 pixels)

DVD-R disc Movie: Conforming to DVD video recording standard(when MPEG 1 Audio layer 2 or LPCM* is selected)

Card Still: Conforming to JPEG (640 × 480-pixel) standard

Audio playback format MPEG 1 Audio layer 2, linear PCM, Dolby AC3

Recording medium 8 cm DVD-RAM disc (conforming to DVD-RAM Ver. 2.1 Book 2.1)8 cm DVD-R disc (conforming to DVD-R for General Ver. 2.0)SD Memory Card, MultiMediaCard

Jacks Video/audio input/output × 1, External microphone input × 1, USB terminal (connected to PC USB port) × 1


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* The MPEG 1 Audio layer 2 format is an option of DVD video standard. If your DVD player does not conform to MPEG 1 Audio layer 2, record in LPCM mode and the finalized DVD-R disc can later be played back on that DVD player.

AC Adapter Information for your safety

Weight and dimensions shown are approximate.

Designs and specifications are subject to change without prior notice.

USB USB2.0 compliant (max. 12Mbps)

Battery system Lithium-ion

Dimensions (W × H × D)

approx. 2.24(W) × 3.5(H) × 5.28(D)inch(57(W) × 89(H) × 134(D) mm)(excluding projections)

Operating temperature (humidity) 32-104 °F (0-40 °C) (less than 80%).32-86 °F (0-30 °C) when connected to PC

Maximum time when connected to PC approx. 30 minutes

Storage temperature 16.8-140 °F (-20-60 °C)

Weight approx. 1,058lbs (480 g) (without battery pack or disc)

Total weight when recording approx. 1,246lbs (565g) (when using CGA-DU14A battery pack)

Provided accessories AC adapter/charger, battery pack, AV/S input/output cable, remote controller, button type battery for remote controller, lens cap, lens cap string, shoulder belt, power cable, DC cord, ferrite core, software CD-ROM, USB cable, 8 cm DVD-RAM disc (in Round DVD Holder)

Power Source: AC 110-240 V, 50/60 HzPower Consumption: 19 W

0.5 W (When not in use)DC Output: DC 7.9 V, 1.4 A

(DVD Palmcorder operation)DC 8.4 V, 0.65 A (Battery Charging)

Dimensions (W × H × D) approx. 2.40(W) × 1.26(H) × 3.58(D) inch(61(W) × 32(H) × 91(D) mm )

Weight: approx. 0.231 lbs. (105g)


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Introduction to Optional Accessories

Palmcorder Accessory System

*Please refer to page 38 concerning the battery charging time and available recording time.*NOTE: Accessories and/or model numbers may vary by country. Please consult your local dealor.

Accessory# Figure Description

LM-AK60U 8cm DVD-RAM

LM-PK30U 8cm DVD-R

CGA-DU07A/1B* mAh/Rechargeable Lithium Ion Battery Pack

CGA-DU14A/1B* 1360mAh/Rechargeable Lithium Ion Battery Pack

RP-SDH512U1ARP-SDH256U1ARP-SD128BU1ARP-SD064BPPARP-SD032BPPA

512 MB SD Memory Card256 MB SD Memory Card128 MB SD Memory Card64 MB SD Memory Card32 MB SD Memory Card


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Information on Round DVD Holder

This DVD Palmcorder cannot use a square adapter, such as for 8 cm DVD-RAM disc (DRMS-V28R), 8 cm DVD-R disc (DR30.1P): Remove the disc from square adapter and set it in Round DVD Holder, referring to the instruction sheet of disc.

●Removing disc from square adapter

Note:Refer to page 78 if you want to correctly set the removed disc in Round DVD Holder that can be used in this DVD Palmcorder.

(Example 1)

(Example 2)

Snap off and remove lock pin

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Index

Numerics240× (Dig.zoom) ............................................8640× (Dig.zoom) ..............................................868 cm DVD-R disc ...........................................248 cm DVD-RAM disc .....................................24

AAC adapter/charger .......................................42ACCESS/PC indicator ............................ 52, 55Add (edit) .....................................................123All programs ................................................116Auto (program AE) ........................................82AUTO button .................................................63Auto-focus .....................................................59AV input/output jack ......................................74

BBacklight correction .......................................62BATTERY EJECT button ..............................39Battery pack ..................................................38

Attaching to DVD Palmcorder ................39Charging ................................................38Recordable time on DVD Palmcorder ....40Removing from DVD Palmcorder ..........39Setting Up ..............................................38

Beep ..............................................................94Black & White fade ......................................107Brightness .....................................................93

CCamera Functions Setup ...............................82Capacity ......................................................128Card

Available ................................................27Capacity ........................................ 29, 128Category ..............................................132Format .................................................129Handling .................................................27Quality ....................................................89

CARD ACCESS indicator ..............................55CHARGE indicator ........................................38Cleaning ......................................................147Color Level ....................................................93Connecting

to Other AV Device ................................67to TV ......................................................74

Copy ............................................................111

Create .........................................................119

DDate and time ................................................ 50Date setup ..................................................... 50Defaults .........................................................96Delete (edit) .................................................124Delete (play list) ..........................................126Delete (scene) .................................... 103, 123Detail (scene) ..............................................115Dig. zoom ...................................................... 86Diopter control ............................................... 48Disc ............................................................... 24

Available ................................................ 24Capacity ................................................. 28Finalize Disc ........................................131Format .................................................129Handling ................................................ 26Protect .................................................128Update Control Info. ............................130

DISC EJECT button ......................................45Disc guide ..................................................... 43Display .......................................................... 64

Information LCD ....................................64Scenes information ..............................115Viewfinder .............................................. 48

Divide ..........................................................110DPOF ..........................................................113DVD-R ...........................................................24DVD-RAM ..................................................... 24

EEdit (play List) .............................................123EIS ................................................................ 85EXPOSURE button ....................................... 61Exposure control ........................................... 61External microphone jack .............................. 54

FFade ............................................................107Ferrite core .................................................... 54FIELD (PHOTO Input) ................................... 90Finalize Disc ................................................131FINE (VIDEO Mode) ..................................... 88FOCUS button ............................................... 59Format Disc .................................................129FRAME (PHOTO Input) ................................ 90


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Frame advance/Frame back .........................70

GGo To (during playback) ................................72Go To (on Disc Navigation) .........................127Grip Belt ........................................................34

IInformation display mode ..............................64Infrared receiver ............................................37Initial Setup ....................................................94Input Source ..................................................90

LLanguage ......................................................95Lens cap ........................................................35Lock .............................................................112Low Light (Program AE) ................................82LPCM (VIDEO Mode) ....................................88

MMENU button .................................................81MF .................................................................59Move ............................................................125

OOptical 10× zoom lens ...................................19OSD Output ...................................................92

PPHOTO Input .................................................90Play (play list) ..............................................121Play (program) .............................................117PlayList ........................................................119

Add scenes ..........................................122Add scenes (submenu) ........................123Create ..................................................119Delete ..................................................126Delete scenes ......................................123Delete scenes (submenu) ....................124Move ....................................................125Play ......................................................121Select scenes (submenu) ....................124Switch ..................................................120Title ......................................................126

Portrait (Program AE) ....................................82Power Save ...................................................94Power switch .................................................47Program .......................................................116

Play ......................................................117Switch ..................................................116Title ......................................................117

Program AE ................................................... 82Protect Disc .................................................128

QQuality (Card) ................................................ 89

RRecording indicator ....................................... 95Remote controller .......................................... 36Repeat Play .................................................132Reset ............................................................. 96

settings .................................................. 96system .................................................164

RESET button .............................................164

SScene

Combine ..............................................109Delete ..................................................103Detail ...................................................115Divide ...................................................110Fade ....................................................107Move ....................................................125Select ...................................................114Skip ......................................................106

Searching for image ......................................70Select (Scene) .............................................100SELECT button ...........................................100Self Timer ...................................................... 91Shoulder Belt ................................................. 35Skip (Scene) ................................................106Skip playback ................................................ 71Slide Show ..................................................133Sports (Program AE) ..................................... 82Spotlight (Program AE) ................................. 82STD (VIDEO Mode) ......................................88Stereo microphone ........................................ 52Submenu .....................................................104Surf & Snow (Program AE) ........................... 82Switch (play list) ..........................................120Switch (program) .........................................116

TThumbnail ..................................................... 98Title (play list) ..............................................126Title (program) .............................................117


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UUpdate Control Info. ....................................130

VVIDEO Mode .................................................88

FINE .......................................................88LPCM .....................................................88STD ........................................................88XTRA .....................................................88

Vol. button .....................................................69

WWhite Bal. ......................................................83White fade ...................................................107Wind Cut ........................................................87Wipe fade ....................................................107

XXTRA (VIDEO Mode) ....................................88

ZZoom lever ....................................................57


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Request for Service Notice (USA Only)

Mail this completed form and your Proof of Purchase along with your unit to: Panasonic Services Company

1705 N. Randall Road Elgin, IL. 60123-7847

Attn: Camcorder Repair

Request for Service Notice: Please photocopy this form when making a request for service notice.

In the unlikely event this product needs service.

•Please include your proof of purchase. (Failure to do so will delay your repair.)•To further speed your repair, please provide an explanation of what wrong with the unit and any symptom it is exhibiting.

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Limited Warranty (For USA Customers)

Panasonic/Quasar Video Products Limited Warranty

Product

Camcorder

DVD/VCR Deck,A/V Mixer

TV/VCR, TV/DVD,TV/DVD/VCRCombination

TV/HDRCombination

RechargeableBatteries(in exchange fordefective item) Tape(in exchange fordefective item)

Memory Cards(in exchange fordefective item)

Labor

Ninety (90) Days Ninety (90) Days

Ninety (90) Days



Not Applicable

Not Applicable

Not Applicable

Parts

One (1) Year (except CCD Image Sensor)CCD Image Sensor - 6 (Six) Months

One (1) Year

One (1) Year (except CRT)CRT - Two (2) Years

One (1) Year (except CRT)CRT - Two (2) Years

Ten (10) Days

Five (5) Days

Ninety (90) Days

Contact Number

1-800-211-PANA(7262)

1-800-211-PANA(7262)

1-800-211-PANA(7262)

1-888-843-9788

1-800-211-PANA(7262)

1-800-211-PANA(7262)

1-800-211-PANA(7262)

Service

Carry-In or Mail-In

Carry-In or Mail-In

Carry-In: 21” CRTand SmallerIn-Home or Carry-In:22” CRT and Larger

In-Home or Carry-In

Carry-In or Mail-In

Carry-In or Mail-In

Carry-In or Mail-In

During the “Labor” warranty period there will be no charge for labor. During the “Parts” warranty period, there will be no charge for parts. You must carry-in or mail-in your product or arrange for in-home service, as applicable, during the warranty period. If non-rechargeable batteries are included, they are not warranted. This warranty only applies to products purchased and serviced in the United States or Puerto Rico. This warranty is extended only to the original purchaser of a new product which was not sold “as is”. A purchase receipt or other proof of the original purchase date is required for warranty service.Carry-In, Mail-in or In-Home ServiceFor Carry-In, Mail-In or In-HomeService (as applicable) in the United States call toll free contact number listed above or visit Panasonic Web Site: http://www.panasonic.comFor assistance in Puerto Rico call Panasonic Sales Company (787)-750-4300 or fax (787)-768-2910.In-Home service, if applicable, requires clear, complete and easy access to the product by the authorized servicer and does not include removal or re-installation of an installed product. It is possible that certain in-home repairs will not be completed in-home, but will require that the product, or parts of the product, be removed for shop diagnosis and/or repair and then returned.Limited Warranty Limits And ExclusionsThis warranty ONLY COVERS failures due to defects in materials or workmanship, and DOES NOT COVER normal wear and tear or cosmetic damage, nor does it cover markings or retained images on the picture tube resulting from viewing fixed images (including, among other things, letterbox pictures on standard 4:3 screen TV’s, or non-expanded standard 4:3 pictures on wide screen TV’s, or onscreen data in a stationary and fixed location). The warranty ALSO DOES NOT COVER damages which occurred in shipment, or failures which are caused by products not supplied by the warrantor, or failures which result from accidents, misuse, abuse, neglect, mishandling, misapplication, alteration, faulty installation, set-up adjustments, misadjustment of consumer controls, improper maintenance, power line surge, lightning damage, modification, or commercial use (such as in a hotel, office, restaurant, or other business), rental use of the product, service by anyone other than a Factory Servicenter or other Authorized Servicer, or damage that is attributable to acts of God.THERE ARE NO EXPRESS WARRANTIES EXCEPT AS LISTED UNDER “LIMITED WARRANTY COVERAGE”. THE WARRANTOR IS NOT LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES RESULTING FROM THE USE OF THIS PRODUCT, OR ARISING OUT OF ANYBREACH OF THIS WARRANTY. (As examples, this excludes damages for lost time, cost of having someone remove or re-install an installed unit if applicable, or travel to and from the servicer, loss of media or images, data or other memory or recorded content. The items listed are not exclusive, but are for illustration only.)ALL EXPRESS AND IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING THE WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY, ARE LIMITED TO THE PERIOD OF THE LIMITED WARRANTY.Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, or limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the exclusions may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state. If a problem with this product develops during or after the warranty period, you may contact your dealer or Servicenter. If the problem is not handled to your satisfaction, then write to the warrantor’s Consumer Affairs Department at the addresses listed for the warrantor.PARTS AND SERVICE (INCLUDING COST OF AN IN-HOME SERVICE CALL, WHERE APPLICABLE) WHICH ARE NOT COVERED BY THIS LIMITED WARRANTY ARE YOUR RESPONSIBILITY.

PANASONIC CONSUMER ELECTRONICS COMPANY,DIVISION OF MATSUSHITA ELECTRICCORPORATION OF AMERICAOne Panasonic Way Secaucus, New Jersey 07094

PANASONIC SALES COMPANY, DIVISION OF MATSUSHITA ELECTRIC OF PUERTO RICO, INC.,AVE. 65 de Infantería, Km. 9.5 San Gabriel Industrial Park,Carolina, Puerto Rico 00985

Limited Warranty CoverageIf your product does not work properly because of a defect in materials or workmanship, Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company or Panasonic Sales Company (collectively referred to as “the warrantor”) will, for the length of the period indicated on the chart below, which starts with the date of original purchase (“warranty period”), at its option either (a) repair your product with new or refurbished parts, or (b) replace it with a new or a refurbished product. The decision to repair or replace will be made by the warrantor.


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For Product Information, Operating Assistance, Literature Request, Dealer Locations, and all Customer Service inquiries please contact:1-800-211-PANA (7262), Monday-Friday 9 am-9 pm; Saturday-Sunday 10 am-7 pm, EST.or send e-mail : [email protected] For hearing or speech impaired TTY users, TTY : 1-877-833-8855

Service in Puerto RicoMatsushita Electric of Puerto Rico, Inc. Panasonic Sales Company/ Factory Servicenter:

Web Site: http://www.panasonic.comYou can purchase parts, accessories or locate yournearest servicenter by visiting our Web Site.

Accessory Purchases:

1-800-332-5368 (Customer Orders Only) For hearing or speech impaired TTY users, TTY : 1-866-605-1277Panasonic Services Company 20421 84th Avenue South, Kent, WA 98032(Monday-Friday 6 am-5 pm; Saturday 6 am-10:30 am, PST)(Visa, MasterCard, Discover Card, American Express, Check)

MAIL TO : Panasonic Services Company

1705 N. Randall Road, Elgin, IL 60123-7847

Attention: Camcorder Repair Please carefully pack and ship, prepaid and insured, to the Elgin Centralized Factory Servicenter. Customer’s in Puerto Rico, please ship or carry in to location below (“Service in Puerto Rico”).

Product Repairs Centralized Factory Servicenter


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Warranty (For Canadian Customers)

Panasonic Canada Inc.5770 Ambler Drive, Mississauga, Ontario L4W 2T3

PANASONIC PRODUCT – LIMITED WARRANTY

Panasonic Canada Inc. warrants this product to be free from defects in material and workmanship and agrees to remedy any such defect for a period as stated below from the date of original purchase.

Camcorder Product – One (1) year, parts and labour

LIMITATIONS AND EXCLUSIONSThis warranty does not apply to products purchased outside Canada or to any product which has been improperly installed, subjected to usage for which the product was not designed, misused or abused, damaged during shipping, or which has been altered or repaired in any way that affects the reliability or detracts from the performance, nor does it cover any product which is used commercially. Dry cell batteries are also excluded from coverage under this warranty.This warranty is extended to the original end user purchaser only. A purchase receipt or other proof of date of original purchase is required before warranty service is performed.THIS EXPRESS, LIMITED WARRANTY IS IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, EXCLUDING ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE.IN NO EVENT WILL PANASONIC CANADA INC. BE LIABLE FOR ANY SPECIAL, INDIRECT OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES.In certain instances, some jurisdictions do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, or theexclusion of implied warranties, so the above limitations and exclusions may not be applicable.

WARRANTY SERVICEFor product operation and information assistance, please contact your Dealer or our Customer Care Centre at:Telephone #: (905) 624-5505 Fax #: (905) 238-2360 Web: www.panasonic.ca

For product repairs, please contact one of the following:Your Dealer who will inform you of an authorized Servicentre nearest you.

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Our Customer Care Centre at (905) 624-5505 or www.panasonic.ca• A Panasonic Factory Servicentre listed below:

IF YOU SHIP THE PRODUCT TO A SERVICENTRECarefully pack and send prepaid, adequately insured and preferably in the original carton.

Include details of the defect claimed, and proof of date of original purchase.

Richmond, British ColumbiaPanasonic Canada Inc.12111 Riverside WayRichmond, BC V6W 1K8Tel: (604) 278-4211Fax: (604) 278-5627

Calgary, AlbertaPanasonic Canada Inc.6835-8th St. N. E.Calgary, AB T2E 7H7Tel: (403) 295-3955Fax: (403) 274-5493

Mississauga, OntarioPanasonic Canada Inc.5770 Ambler Dr.Mississauga, ON L4W 2T3Tel: (905) 624-8447Fax: (905) 238-2418

Lachine, QuébecPanasonic Canada Inc.3075, rue Louis A. AmosLachine, QC H8T 1C4Tel: (514) 633-8684Fax: (514) 633-8020


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Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company, Division of Matsushita Electric Corporation of America

Division of Matsushita Electric Corporation of America

Executive Office:One Panasonic Way, Secaucus, NJ 07094 (201) 348-7000

Panasonic Company East: 6749 Baymeadow Drive, Glen Burnie, MD 21060Panasonic Company Central: 1707 North Randall Road, Elgin, IL 60123Panasonic Company West: 6550 Katella Avenue, Cypress, CA 90630

Panasonic Sales Company (“PSC”)Division of Matsushita Electric of Puerto Rico, Inc.San Gabriel Industrial Park, Ave. 65 de Infanteria, Km. 9.5, Carolina, PR 00985

Panasonic Canada Inc.5770 Ambler Drive, Mississauga, ON, L4W 2T3

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Operating Instructions Model No. VDR-M30PP